Columbia, South Carolina – Thunderstorms could rattle Columbia tonight, bringing heavy rain, patchy fog, and a sharp drop in visibility that may affect morning commuters on Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service, there’s an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the area through late tonight, with rainfall amounts ranging from a quarter to half an inch. Patchy fog is expected after midnight, potentially reducing visibility to near zero in some spots. Lows will fall to 72°F before rebounding sharply on Thursday.
By Thursday afternoon, temperatures are expected to soar to 93°F, with heat index values reaching 101°F. A slight chance of additional thunderstorms returns after 2 p.m. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity during peak heat and stay hydrated. Winds will shift northeast at 5 mph.
Roads across Richland and Lexington counties may become slick during evening and overnight hours, especially where downpours occur. Motorists should avoid flooded roads and allow extra time for travel.
The weather clears just in time for Independence Day, with sunny skies and a high of 95°F expected. More storms could return Sunday into early next week.
☀️ Five-Day Forecast for Columbia, SC:
- Thursday: Patchy fog early, high 93°F, slight chance of p.m. storms.
- Friday (July 4): Sunny and hot, high 95°F, calm wind.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 92°F, low 71°F.
- Sunday: Chance of storms late, high 87°F.
- Monday: 40% chance of p.m. storms, high 91°F.
