Columbia, SC – A soft frost coats lawns across the Midlands under a clear predawn sky this morning, glinting faintly in porch lights as temperatures slip into the mid-30s. The chill won’t last long, but the Frost Advisory remains in effect through 9 a.m. for central and eastern South Carolina, marking another seasonal milestone as November begins.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, sensitive plants and outdoor vegetation may take light damage if left uncovered. Residents should allow the morning sun to melt any frost before heading out, as calm winds and clear skies helped drive the mercury low overnight. Once the chill breaks, sunshine and dry air will lift highs into the mid-60s this afternoon — a pleasant setup for early weekend plans or post-Halloween cleanup.
Sunday begins mild and partly sunny before a wave of Gulf moisture approaches. Clouds increase after noon, and scattered showers are likely by late evening. Rain chances climb to 50 percent through Sunday night and early Monday, with some brief rumbles of thunder possible across western counties. Commuters along I-20, I-26, and US-1 should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during Monday morning’s rush hour.
By Tuesday, skies clear and temperatures rebound into the upper 60s. The rest of the week turns seasonably warm, with highs near 70°F through Thursday. Still, forecasters note that cooler air could return by mid-November — perhaps the next sign of a deeper fall-to-winter shift.
For now, the weekend brings a classic early November rhythm: frosty dawns, golden afternoons, and rain showers just over the horizon.
Five-Day Forecast for Columbia, SC:
Sat: 65/42 – Patchy frost early; sunny and calm.
Sun: 66/47 – Partly cloudy; late rain chance.
Mon: 65/46 – Rain likely early; clearing late.
Tue: 69/44 – Sunny and mild.
Wed: 71/48 – Clear and warm; pleasant fall stretch.
