What is Columbia, South Carolina's record high temperature?

Columbia's record high is 109°F, and the city regularly exceeds 100°F in July and August, earning its reputation as one of the hottest cities in the eastern United States.

Why is Columbia, SC so hot and humid in summer?

Columbia's Midlands position keeps it far enough from the coast to miss sea breezes but close enough to the Gulf Stream to get maximum Atlantic moisture, producing a suffocating combination of high heat and humidity.

Does Columbia, South Carolina get ice storms?

Yes, winter brings occasional ice storms when Arctic air overrides Gulf moisture, coating streets and power lines and causing widespread power outages that can last days.

What is Columbia, South Carolina's record low temperature?

Columbia's record low is minus 2°F.

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