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South Carolina wakes into the New Year with mild air and shifting skies as a Weather Alert takes shape across the Midlands. Pavement feels cool underfoot, but the air carries a soft warmth unusual for early Winter 2026.
Morning temperatures hover near 40 degrees in Columbia, climbing quickly under partial sunshine. By afternoon, highs surge to around 65 degrees, offering a spring-like feel. Jackets come off easily today, but the calm won’t last…