South Carolina – Flags snap sharply in the wind and dry leaves skitter across sidewalks in Columbia, signaling a dangerous shift already underway. The air feels warmer, but it’s drying fast, setting the stage for fire خطر and hazardous lake conditions within hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, a Fire Weather Watch and Lake Wind Advisory take effect Saturday morning through the afternoon and evening . Northeast winds increase to 10–20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, while humidity drops as low as 15 to 25 percent.
That combination creates a serious risk. Fires can start easily and spread rapidly across dry grass, ტყეები, and open الأراضي. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged across Richland, Lexington, and surrounding Midlands counties.
At the same time, area lakes including Lake Murray will see rough waters. Strong winds will produce choppy conditions that can overturn small boats. Boaters should use extreme caution or delay plans until winds ease later in the day.
Temperatures remain warm, reaching near the mid-60s Saturday despite the wind. By Sunday, calmer conditions return with sunshine and highs near 70°F. The warming trend accelerates into Monday, when temperatures climb close to 79°F across Columbia.
Looking ahead, spring warmth continues building into next week, with highs pushing into the mid-80s by midweek and only limited rain chances. Dry conditions could linger, extending fire concerns.
If you’re outdoors this weekend, avoid sparks, secure loose items, and stay alert to changing wind conditions.
Are you noticing stronger winds yet around Columbia, or still calm where you are?
Five Day Outlook for Columbia, South Carolina:
Saturday: Becoming sunny, windy, high 64°F
Sunday: Sunny, high 70°F
Monday: Sunny, high 79°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high 87°F**
