Columbia, S.C. – Scattered storms will impact Columbia on Sunday, but the Midlands shift quickly into a sunnier, hotter, and drier pattern beginning Monday, September 8. The upcoming week looks dominated by high pressure, with little rainfall expected through mid-September.
According to the National Weather Service, Sunday brings a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms mainly before 4 p.m., followed by clearing skies and highs near 87. By Monday, Columbia will see mostly sunny conditions with highs near 83 and breezy northeast winds gusting up to 23 mph. Sunshine and warm afternoons will continue through midweek, with highs climbing back into the mid-80s by Wednesday and Thursday.
Drivers on I-26, I-77, and I-20 should remain cautious Sunday during storms, with heavy rain and lightning possible during the late morning and early afternoon. Starting Monday, roadways across the Midlands will be dry, offering clear travel conditions for commuters.
NOAA’s 6–10 day precipitation outlook places South Carolina in the “below normal” rainfall zone, a sign that this dry stretch could linger. Residents should monitor soil and garden moisture and use caution with outdoor burning as humidity dips during the week.
The National Weather Service expects mostly dry weather through Friday, with the next chance for rain holding off until late next weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Columbia, SC
- Monday: Mostly sunny, breezy, high 83.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 81.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 86.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 88.
- Friday: Sunny, high 88.
