Columbus is starting the day on the soggy side, with light rain drifting across the city, temperatures near 59°F at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, and a thick layer of low clouds parked over the metro. Showers should ease off through late morning, but it will stay breezy and cooler than what the city has seen in recent weeks.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
After midday, some breaks in the clouds are possible, with a high near 70°F and a chance of rain showers before 2 p.m. West winds are set to ramp up to 13–17 mph this afternoon, with gusts up to 25 mph that could make the commute feel extra blustery. New rainfall totals are expected to stay light, generally under a tenth of an inch, according to the National Weather Service.
Columbus Cools Tonight Then Warms Sharply
Tonight will bring a noticeable cool-down, with lows near 45°F and northwest winds of 7–17 mph. Thursday is expected to turn mostly sunny with highs in the mid‑60s before a strong warm front sweeps in late in the week. That front will push temperatures into the 80s by Saturday and bring a better chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Weekend And Early‑Week Heat
Saturday is forecast to top out near 85°F, with showers and thunderstorms likely. Sunday could climb into the upper 80s, and Monday may edge toward 94°F, within a few degrees of local records, NWS forecasters note. If you have outdoor plans, it will be a good idea to stay hydrated and keep an eye on any late‑day storms. For background on the earlier rain outlook, see our earlier rain outlook.
