South Carolinians, get ready for a weekend full of ups and downs! Saturday is shaping up to be an absolutely gorgeous day with warm sunshine and perfect spring temperatures. But don’t get too comfortable—Sunday brings rainy skies, cooler weather, and the dreaded time change. Yep, it’s time to “spring forward” and lose an hour of sleep.
Let’s break it all down so you can plan your weekend right!
Saturday: Soak Up the Sunshine!
If you’ve been waiting for a perfect spring day, this is it! Expect plenty of sunshine, mild temperatures, and a gentle breeze—basically, the kind of weather that makes you want to drop everything and be outside.
Highs Across the State:
- Columbia: 68°F – A perfect day to stroll through Congaree National Park.
- Charleston: 70°F – Ideal beach or waterfront weather.
- Greenville: 66°F – Time to hit the trails or enjoy a patio lunch.
How to Make the Most of It:
Go outside! Walk the dog, have a picnic, or just soak up some Vitamin D.
Open your windows! Let in some fresh air before Sunday’s rain rolls in.
Get chores done early. Yard work, car washing, grocery runs—do it now while it’s nice out!
Because Sunday? That’s a different story…
Sunday: A Cloudy, Rainy Wake-Up Call
After such a beautiful Saturday, Sunday is bringing a reality check. Clouds move in, rain showers arrive in the morning, and temperatures take a dip. It won’t be a total washout, but it’ll be a gloomy, drizzly start to the day.
Sunday Highs:
- Columbia: 60°F – Cooler and cloudy, with morning showers.
- Charleston: 62°F – Rain early, drying out by the afternoon.
- Greenville: 58°F – Light rain and a gray sky kind of day.
How to Handle a Rainy Sunday:
Make it a slow morning—sleep in, grab a coffee, and stay cozy.
Indoor plans are best—think brunch, a museum visit, or a lazy movie day.
If you have to be out early, bring an umbrella—rain will be on and off in the morning.
And Don’t Forget… Daylight Saving Time!
At 2:00 AM on Sunday, we “spring forward” an hour. That means longer evenings but one less hour of sleep.
How to Adjust:
Go to bed a little earlier Saturday night—even 30 minutes helps!
Check your clocks—your phone updates automatically, but ovens, microwaves, and car clocks need a manual reset.
Swap out batteries in smoke detectors—a good habit to do with every time change!
A Weekend of Opposites
Saturday = Gorgeous, warm, and perfect for outdoor fun.
Sunday = Rainy, cooler, and a bit gloomy.
Daylight Saving Time = One hour less of sleep, but longer, lighter evenings ahead!
So, enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, be ready for a rainy Sunday morning, and don’t forget to set those clocks forward!
