Columbus woke up under clear skies and a brisk near-30°F chill early Saturday morning (March 28, 2026), and this is expected to be the coolest day in the current stretch. Afternoon highs should top out near 47°F with light northwest breezes.
Saturday Snapshot
Skies stay mostly clear through the day, setting up a bright but cool afternoon. Northwest winds will remain light, generally around 3 to 8 mph. Overnight, temperatures dip again to about 29°F, keeping things on the crisp side heading into Sunday.
Warmup And Storm Risk Next Week
Temperatures start climbing in a hurry. Sunday is forecast to reach about 61°F, Monday near 70°F, and by Tuesday (March 31, 2026) readings could peak close to 79°F ahead of an approaching cold front. That front brings a chance of showers and a slight risk of thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon, with showers and storms becoming more likely Tuesday night into Wednesday. Rain chances ramp up into the 60 to 80 percent range in that window. Behind the front, cooler air slips back in and Wednesday turns noticeably cooler, with highs near 64°F.
Plan For Gusty Winds And Travel
Forecasters are flagging the potential for wind gusts in excess of 30 knots, roughly 35 mph, on Tuesday. It is a good idea to secure outdoor furniture and stay alert for sudden gusts on bridges and other exposed roadways. Heavy downpours and lower cloud ceilings Tuesday night into Wednesday could slow the evening commute and affect flights at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. For detailed timing and any advisories, check the latest briefing from the National Weather Service Wilmington.
