The National Weather Service in Wilmington has confirmed that residents in Columbus, Cincinnati and surrounding areas can enjoy a brief period of calm before the next weather system hits later this week. According to the latest NWS forecast, dry conditions are expected through midweek as high pressure settles into the region, with near-normal temperatures giving way to a moderate climb by Wednesday.
Monday evening to Tuesday is set to bring clear skies and a gentle climb in temperatures, the NWS states, "Forecast highs on Tuesday reach into the 60s areawide" something locals can appreciate before bracing for wetter, windier conditions. Wednesday is poised for a dramatic shift as an upper trough from the Rockies makes its way eastward, with showers likely to spread across the locale by Wednesday evening; they'll continue through Thursday as the system passes through.
With the approach of the system, the weather is predicted to take a gusty turn, "gusty winds of 30 to 40 mph will be possible Wednesday into Thursday," the NWS report elaborates, advising the public to prepare for breezy conditions which may affect outdoor activities and traffic. What's more, the temperatures are set to rise above normal on Wednesday, releasing the area from the clutches of cooler early-week readings with anticipation of a blustery reception.
There are respite forecasted post-Thursday showers as a dry air mass follows close on the heels of the midweek system, promising clearer skies by Friday. For the weekend, though, another "fast-moving mid-level short wave" could mean showers hit once more on Saturday. Still, Sunday is expected to remain dry with seasonable temperatures, giving folks a chance to catch their breath before the cycle potentially begins anew.
For those frequenting the skies, the aviation outlook indicates VFR conditions after the morning's clearing on Monday. Still, an advisory is in place concerning wind gusts that might exceed 35 knots come late Wednesday into Thursday, something for pilots and passengers to note. So while the sun might be graciously granted through Tuesday, umbrellas should be ready by Wednesday, and flight schedules should be double-checked, such as the fickle nature of spring weather in Ohio's heartland.
