Columbus is waking up Tuesday as warm and humid conditions move in. Sunshine will push the city to about 88 degrees this afternoon, with little chance of rain and south-southwest winds generally 10 knots or less.
Tuesday is the best window for outdoor plans before the forecast turns more humid and unsettled. The National Weather Service forecast puts Tuesday highs in the mid-80s to lower 90s, with temperatures rising through the 70s by midday.
Heat Holds Through Thursday
Wednesday could be even hotter, with a high near 91. Storms were expected to initiate over Illinois and northern Indiana Tuesday evening and move toward the northwestern forecast area late Tuesday night into Wednesday morning, although the timing was uncertain. Thursday stays just as warm near 91, with convective chances continuing through the week.
Humidity will add to the discomfort, and the weather service says heat indexes could briefly approach 100 degrees in parts of the region Wednesday and Thursday. People working or exercising outdoors should plan for breaks, water and shade, especially during the afternoon.
Storm Chances Increase Late Week
Thursday night brings thunderstorms followed by likely showers, followed by a cooler Friday with a high near 84 and storms likely. The pattern is broader than the storm-focused forecast Hoodline reported last week, with additional rain chances now extending into the weekend.
Saturday should rebound to about 87 degrees with mostly sunny skies and only a slight chance of afternoon showers. The weekend could bring storm chances and cooler temperatures.
Cooler Weekend
The forecast grows cooler into the weekend, with storm chances possible. No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for the Columbus area in the current forecast, but residents should keep an eye on changing skies as the late-week storm pattern develops.
