Columbus is starting Saturday with mostly clear skies and temperatures near 72 degrees, but the calm is temporary. Showers may arrive around noon, with thunderstorms becoming more likely during the afternoon as temperatures climb to about 83 degrees.
Storms Arrive This Afternoon
The main storm window runs from roughly 2 p.m. through the evening, when rain, lightning and gusty winds could disrupt outdoor plans. The National Weather Service office in Wilmington warned that the broader region faces a small but real tornado threat, damaging winds and flooding from slow-moving or repeatedly tracking storms.
Saturday night brings a 90% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with another half-inch to three-quarters of an inch of rain possible. Winds from the southeast will run 7 to 12 mph, while temperatures dip only to around 69 degrees.
Sunday Keeps The Umbrellas Busy
Sunday looks unsettled from start to finish, with showers likely before 11 a.m. followed by more showers and thunderstorms. The high should reach about 82 degrees, and the chance of precipitation remains near 90%, with another quarter-inch to half-inch of rain possible.
The severe-weather threat is expected to be lower Sunday than Saturday, but localized heavy rain and flooding remain possible. Anyone with weekend plans should keep a way to get indoors quickly, especially when thunder is audible.
Storm Chances Linger Into Next Week
Showers and thunderstorms remain likely Monday, when the high reaches about 81 degrees. Tuesday should begin mostly sunny before afternoon storms become possible, followed by additional rain and thunderstorm chances Wednesday and Thursday as temperatures rise into the mid-80s.
As of Saturday morning, no watches, warnings or advisories are listed for Ohio, but the forecast is capable of changing quickly as storms develop. Avoid driving through flooded roads, and move inside at the first sign of lightning or severe-weather alerts.
