Columbia, SC — Dry skies and warm temps won’t last long in the Midlands as South Carolina heads into a soggy weekend, especially in Columbia. Rain and thunderstorm chances rise sharply Saturday afternoon, potentially affecting travel along I-26 and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service, Columbia will stay dry through early Saturday, with partly sunny skies and highs near 80°F. After 2 p.m., however, a 20% chance of showers builds into likely thunderstorms Sunday and Monday. Rainfall may exceed a tenth of an inch, with isolated heavier downpours possible.
Motorists along I-20 and I-26 should expect slick roads and slower traffic late Saturday into Monday. Those attending weekend events are advised to carry umbrellas and stay alert for potential thunderstorm watches or warnings.
Saturday night brings increasing cloud cover and a low around 60°F. Sunday sees a 60% chance of storms, mainly after 2 p.m., and Monday brings more of the same—mostly cloudy skies, an 81°F high, and a 70% storm chance by nightfall.
Five-Day Weather Outlook:
- Sunday: High 79°F, scattered thunderstorms.
- Monday: Showers and storms, high near 81°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F.
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy, high 79°F.
- Thursday: Sunny and warmer, high 86°F.
