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🍂We’ve got fall weather feels

Rainy days are coming: Columbia’s 2024 fall weather forecast
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Leaves on the ground in front of the South Carolina State House. | Photo by COLAtoday
We know the question on your mind, Columbians — when’s it going to get cool? Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for September, October, and November. While exact fall weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what fall will bring.

Reminder: The first day of fall is on Sunday, Sept. 22.

Fall seasonal outlook for Cola

Expect a warmer fall for Columbia. | Image via the noaa.gov

🌡️ Temperature

Think warm. This fall, Cola has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal, which is higher than last year’s prediction of 33-40%.

🌨️ Precipitation

Precipitation trends are expected to lean above average through December. Usually, Cola averages 3.94 inches of rain in September, 2.89 inches in October, 2.88 inches in November, and 3.38 in December.

What September has in store

Typically in Columbia, September’s temperatures fluctuate between an average low of 67.5°F and an average high of 84.6°, but according to the map, expect to see more of those warmer days this year. If you aren’t a fan of the heat, we have some good news: The average high drops ~5° in September. Pro tip: September has an average daily maximum UV index of 6-7, so don’t slack on the sunscreen.

Cooling down in October

In October, the average high and low temps are between 73.8°F° + 56.3°F. We’ll be keeping an eye out for the late-season tropical storms that blow in, but you’ll most likely feel a cool breeze while you stroll through Soda City Market or a crisp and cool night at the South Carolina State Fair.

Next up, November

Historically, average highs in November drop ~10° to 62.6°F, with an average low of 46.2°F. Get ready for moderately chilly days with a gentle breeze. Fun fact: Columbia had its earliest snowfall on November 1, 2014.
 
Events
Friday, Sept. 13
  • Friday the 13th Comedy Party | Friday, Sept. 13 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Gardener’s Outpost | $15 | This event is the perfect way to kick off your weekend and chase away any bad luck vibes.
  • Saluda Shoals fall Jazz Series | Friday, Sept. 13 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Saluda Shoals Park | $12+ | Join Saluda Shoals for live jazz outdoors on the deck featuring Mark Rapp.
  • Centennial Celebration Concert: 100 Years of Music at Carolina | Friday, Sept. 13 | 7:30-10 p.m. | Koger Center for the Arts | $8+ | Celebrate 100 years of the University of South Carolina Columbia School of Music with an array of musical performances.
  • Ask An Attorney | Friday, Sept. 13-Friday, Jan. 10 | Times vary | Richland Library Main | Free | Sit down one-on-one with a lawyer to ask for guidance and direction on legal issues — registration is required.
Saturday, Sept. 14
  • Gamecock Football vs. LSU | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 12 p.m. | Williams-Brice Stadium | $130+ | Watch as the Gamecocks take on the LSU Tigers inside of Willy-B.
  • Artist Pop-Up | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Columbia Visitors Center | Free | Head to the Columbia Visitors Center to see artists’ work on display + for sale in its outdoor space.
  • Gallery Opening | Saturday, Sept. 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Harbison Theatre, Irmo | Free | Join The Jasper Project and Columbia flag designer Nate Puza as they celebrate the opening of his exhibition in the gallery space at Harbison Theatre.
Sunday, Sept. 15
  • Free Sundays Presented by Richland County | Sunday, Sept. 15 | 1-4 p.m. | Robert Mills House | Free | The third Sunday of the month, residents of Richland and Lexington counties are invited to tour one of Historic Columbia’s house museums for free.
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News Notes
Announced
  • Coach Dawn Staley will be the celebrity guest picker for ESPN’s “College GameDay” on Saturday. The USC women’s basketball team will sign autographs in Gamecock Village from 9:15-10 a.m. + Coach Staley will make her first segment appearance at 10:50 a.m. She’ll be on again at 11:40 a.m. to share her picks for Saturday’s key games.
Community
  • The Gervais Street Bridge Dinner — a yearly dinner where locals dine on the popular Cola bridge — is canceled. Originally scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 13, the decision to cancel came after delays + rising costs. (Cola Daily)
Sports
  • The USC women’s basketball team will play an exhibition match against Memphis for an inaugural Hoops for St. Jude® Tip Off Classic on Tue., Oct. 15, at 9:30 p.m. and will be streamed on ESPN+. Tickets go on sale Saturday, Sept. 14, at 10 a.m. (Gamecocks Online)
Edu
  • Riverbank Elementary School launched a Spanish-English language immersion program. Two classes — about 40 kids — are testing the program for the district. This is the first dual language immersion program for Lexington District Two. (The Post and Courier)
Biz
  • Asset Technology Group, Inc. (ATG) — an IT company — is expanding + relocating its headquarters to Florence County. The company will invest $6.2 million in an 8,500 sqft facility + create 77 jobs.
Try This
  • A few scenes in “The Righteous Gemstones” — a satirical televangelist HBO show — will be filmed at non-disclosed locations in Columbia + is looking for extras. Filming will take place between Monday, Sept. 16 through Friday, Sept. 27. (The Post and Courier)
Community
  • Do you have a favorite restaurant? What about a pet-friendly spot? We want you to use your voice + passion for local biz and vote for COLAtoday’s Best. Voting ends Friday, Sept. 20.
Sports
  • LSU vs. South Carolina — why the matchup favors USC. Go beyond the scoreboard and behind the scenes of the South Carolina Gamecocks with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Community
  • Picture this: You pull into a gas station to fill up your car + decide to play the lottery. Instead of leaving with a full tank, you take home a $300,000 winning ticket. That’s just one of the countless SC Lottery success stories to celebrate.*
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Open

🌳 Stroll this new trail

The Old Mill Pond Trail is open for Lexington locals to enjoy
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The ~1 mile Old Mill Pond Trail is now open. | Photo via The Town of Lexington website
The Town of Lexington is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the official opening of the Old Mill Trail today, Friday, Sept. 13, at 10:30 a.m.

The trail

Lexington + Midlands locals can now stroll the 1.15-mile paved loop around the Lexington Mill Pond where Hazelwood Brewing Company and The Tent Coffee Shop are located. Fun fact: Lexington’s Old Mill was built in the 1890s and was originally known as the Lexington Manufacturing Company. The water generated power for 200 looms + 7,000 spindles.

In the 1980s, the mill was converted into a mixed-use development, and the walking path was originally planned in 2012 as part of the Town’s Vision Plan. Because of the Thousand Year Flood in 2015, plans for the path were thwarted. The Town of Lexington went back to the drawing board, and nine years later, the public can now enjoy the Old Mill Pond Trail.
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