USCL Weather

Weather and Climate at USCL

The University of South Carolina - Lancaster (USCL) experiences a humid subtropical climate. Summer temperatures often reach into the high 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit (around 30-35°C), while winters are mild with temperatures typically ranging from the mid-30s to mid-50s Fahrenheit (around 2-13°C). Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 40-50 inches annually. Extreme weather can include occasional hurricanes or tropical storms during the late summer to early fall. This climate impacts commuting and campus life by necessitating air conditioning in summer and occasional closures due to severe weather events.