Columbus is waking up to cloudy conditions Friday, with temperatures around 72 degrees and a high near 79 expected later in the day. A few showers may linger early, but the bigger concern is locally heavy rain and thunderstorms that could affect the morning commute.
A Flood Watch remains in effect for Columbus and Franklin County until noon Friday. The National Weather Service says repeated downpours could produce flooding in the area. Drivers should avoid water-covered roads and never attempt to cross moving water.
Brief Break Before Weekend Storms
A break is expected from Friday afternoon into Saturday morning. Saturday looks mostly sunny and warmer, reaching about 81 degrees, although a slight chance of showers returns during the afternoon.
That dry window will not last long. Showers and thunderstorms become more likely Saturday night, then continue into Sunday, according to the Columbus forecast.
Cooler And Wetter Into Next Week
Unsettled weather carries into Monday and Tuesday, with cooler highs. Monday brings showers and possibly storms, while cooler conditions continue Tuesday.
Cooler, more seasonable conditions are expected by midweek. The broader trend is cooler and wetter into the middle of next week, with a respite Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.
