Rain Is Back: Easter Weather Gets a Surprise

Good morning to everyone in Columbia and the surrounding area! The big high‑pressure system over the Atlantic is still keeping a warm, moist air flow coming from the south. This means temperatures are feeling like spring and there is a chance of showers or even a small storm this afternoon, especially to the west of Columbia. Most people will stay dry under a partly to mostly cloudy sky, with highs in the mid‑80s. As the week moves toward Easter, more moisture is creeping in. By Good Friday there will be a slightly better chance of rain and thunder, with about a 40% possibility. The warm, spring‑like pattern will continue over the weekend. Saturday should stay mostly dry with temperatures again in the mid‑80s, but Easter Sunday will see a cold front move in from the west. This brings a higher chance of rain—about 50%—and showers will start in the afternoon and keep coming into the evening.Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies and temperatures dropping to the low‑60s. Thursday will also be partly cloudy, with a stray shower possible and highs in the mid‑80s. On Good Friday, expect mostly cloudy skies with a few afternoon showers and lows in the low‑80s. Saturday remains partly cloudy, but keep an eye out for a stray shower and expect mid‑80s highs. Easter Sunday will start mostly cloudy, with showers arriving later in the day and evening, and temperatures staying between low and mid‑80s. Keep an eye on local weather updates so you can plan your Easter activities safely. It’s always good to be prepared for unexpected showers and keep a light jacket handy.