Columbia, SC – South Carolina residents can expect a crisp, sunny start to October as fall weather takes hold across the Midlands. Friday, October 3, will bring comfortable sunshine with highs near 78 degrees and light breezes, creating ideal conditions for travel and outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service, Columbia will see mostly sunny skies Friday with northeast winds up to 8 mph and gusts as high as 20 mph. Drivers on I-26 and I-77 may notice stronger breezes on open stretches, so plan accordingly if hauling loads or traveling long distances.
Saturday continues the pleasant trend, with highs reaching 81 degrees under partly sunny skies. Evening events, including early Halloween decorating or football games, should enjoy cooler temperatures in the low 60s.
Sunday’s forecast shows more sun, with a high near 82 degrees. Cloud cover increases Sunday night, with lows around 65. Early next week, the chance of rain rises to 30 percent on Monday, October 6, possibly affecting morning commutes.
Five-Day Forecast (Columbia, SC)
- Friday, Oct. 3: Sunny, high 78, low 59. Breezy.
- Saturday, Oct. 4: Partly sunny, high 81, low 63. Mild.
- Sunday, Oct. 5: Partly sunny, high 82, low 65. Clouds increasing.
- Monday, Oct. 6: 30% chance of showers, high 83, low 65.
- Tuesday, Oct. 7: Mostly sunny, high 83.
Residents should take advantage of the clear, mild weather to prepare yards and homes for Halloween festivities while keeping an eye on early-week rain chances.
