Ohio residents in Columbus and Cincinnati should be prepared for a mixed bag of weather today, as nature can't seem to make up its mind. According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a warm front and a cold front will be taking a dance through the region, first lifting up this afternoon, then quickly dipping down by evening. For those planning outdoor activities, it might be wise to pack both a rain jacket and some optimism.

Starting off with some decent rainfall, the region will see "showers spread across the area," as stated in a National Weather Service report obtained by the SFist. And for those folks living up in west central Ohio, expecting a warm, sunny day, disappointment awaits with temperatures predicted to only reach the mid-40s while their neighbors in northern Kentucky will bask in upper 50s.

Evening plans are likely to be a bit on the wild side, as thermometers may rise before falling post-cold frontal passage, potentially bringing "meager elevated instability," which translates to a slight chance of thunderstorms in the south. Overnight, the region will dry out but don't expect a cozy sleep-in, for as Monday rolls in, it brings a fresh dose of reality with "sustained winds...over 15 mph with gusts up to 40 mph." 

Rain enthusiasts will find the following days a bit more to their liking. "A shortwave dropping through the Midwest" could bring more showers Tuesday and Wednesday, and while these are unlikely to bring any flood alerts, they might just tamp down the thermometer readings, as per the National Weather Service report. The sun isn't set to take an extended leave, though, as Thursday promises a bit of warmth and dryness before more rain makes a splash into Friday. Weather's keeping us on our toes, teasing "additional shower opportunities" with a weak trough meandering in.

For those taking to the skies, be prepped for some bumpy entries and exits. Regional airports can expect "MVFR ceilings and visibilities, particularly at KDAY," as the NWS points out potential signs of weather-induced travel hiccups. It's extending an invitation to the aviation sector, too, with expected gusts "at or above 30 kt." Keep an eye out for updates because Mother Nature isn't liable to RSVP.