Columbus woke up to a crisp, mostly clear Friday on May 29, with temperatures in the low 50s at John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Sunshine is set to do the heavy lifting through the day, nudging highs into the upper 70s, around 79°F by mid-afternoon. Forecasters expect the region to stay dry through Wednesday, June 3, giving central Ohio a rare multi-day break from the rain.
Morning Fog, Then Sunshine
Before sunrise, light valley fog may sneak into low-lying spots along the Scioto River and other hollows, briefly cutting visibility and slowing commutes on river-adjacent ramps and backroads. According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, some MVFR to locally IFR fog will be possible this morning, mainly in river valleys, with conditions expected to improve early. Once the fog lifts, mostly sunny skies and light east winds move in for a comfortable afternoon.
Afternoon Comfort And Saturday Gusts
Friday afternoon is shaping up nicely for outdoor plans, with light east winds and most neighborhoods topping out near 79°F. Saturday, May 30, brings slightly cooler air, with highs near 74°F and northeast winds of 5–10 mph that could gust 20–30 mph, enough to rattle tents, umbrellas, and unsecured patio furniture. That breezy setup follows a soggier stretch earlier this month, when a series of systems tracked the wet pattern.
Week Ahead
The upcoming stretch looks generally dry and seasonable, with daytime highs mostly in the mid-to-upper 70s and nighttime lows in the low-to-mid 50s through Wednesday, June 3. Little measurable rain is expected during this run, though forecasters say rain chances increase late next week into the following weekend. If you have outdoor events lined up, this weekend offers decent dry windows, as long as you secure any lightweight gear before Saturday’s gusts try to relocate it.
