COLUMBIA, S.C. – Fall’s finest stretch of weather is setting up across South Carolina, with warm afternoons, crisp mornings, and nearly cloudless skies heading into the weekend. From leaf viewing to pumpkin patch visits, conditions will stay ideal for any outdoor plans through Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Columbia, high pressure remains firmly in control through early next week, keeping skies sunny and humidity low. Temperatures will climb steadily each day, reaching the mid- to upper-70s Friday before peaking near 80 to 82 degrees by Saturday and Sunday. Morning lows will dip into the 40s and 50s, providing that classic fall chill before warm sunshine takes over.
Drivers traveling along I-26 or I-20 this weekend will enjoy clear conditions and light winds. With no rain or fog expected, it’s a perfect stretch for scenic drives or fall festivals across Lexington, Richland, and Kershaw counties. Outdoor gatherings, football tailgates, and seasonal markets should face no weather disruptions through Sunday.
Residents should take advantage of this stable pattern before changes arrive next week. Cooler air may return midweek as northern systems shift east, possibly signaling the region’s first true cold snap of late October. For now, hydration and sun protection remain important during afternoon highs near 80.
Five-Day Forecast for Columbia, SC:
Thu: 77/49 – Sunny; calm winds and low humidity.
Fri: 74/52 – Mostly sunny; warming trend continues.
Sat: 80/57 – Bright and warm; great for outdoor events.
Sun: 82/55 – Mostly sunny; warm fall air lingers.
Mon: 76/51 – Sunny and mild; slight cooling begins.
