South Carolina drivers are navigating wet pavement and steady rain this February morning as showers sweep across Columbia. Temperatures hover near 63 degrees under thick overcast skies. A southwest breeze around 7 mph, with gusts up to 23 mph, pushes sheets of rain across I-26 and I-77.
According to the National Weather Service, rain remains likely through late morning, mainly before 1 p.m. Highs climb to near 69 degrees before cooler air filters in this afternoon. Winds shift northwest later in the day, signaling a noticeable change by evening.
Plan extra time for the commute. Ponding water may develop in low-lying areas during heavier bursts. Visibility can drop quickly in downpours.
Skies clear tonight, and temperatures tumble to around 36 degrees. That sharp drop could create patchy slick spots where water lingers. February often delivers quick swings that catch drivers off guard. Bridges and shaded roads cool first.
Thursday turns sunny with a high near 62 degrees. Friday stays mostly sunny and cooler, topping out near 59. Valentine’s Weekend Feb. 13-15 looks pleasant overall. Saturday reaches near 65 with partial sunshine before rain chances return late Saturday night into Sunday. Sunday brings a 90% chance of rain and highs near 64.
Early next week trends milder again. Highs push into the upper 60s by Tuesday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-average temperatures across much of the Southeast, hinting at a late-winter thaw building into mid-February.
Five Day Outlook for Columbia, South Carolina:
Today: High 69°, rain likely before afternoon.
Thursday: High 62°, sunny.
Friday: High 59°, mostly sunny.
Saturday: High 65°, partly sunny.
Sunday: High 64°, rain likely.
