Ohio – A steel-gray sky hangs over downtown Columbus this morning, and the air feels biting along High Street. Temperatures sit near 27°F, with wind chills down around 18°F. It’s a brisk February start, and sidewalks remain stiff from the cold.
Clouds linger through midmorning before partial sunshine develops. Highs climb to around 35°F later today. Northwest winds near 7 mph keep the air sharp. Any damp pavement from earlier melting could stay slick in shaded spots.
If you’re driving along I-70 or I-71 early, watch for isolated icy patches on ramps and overpasses. This is prime flash-freeze season. Melted snow can refreeze quickly after sunset.
Skies clear more tonight, and temperatures drop to near 21°F. Friday turns mostly sunny and milder, reaching about 41°F. The warming trend builds into Valentine’s Day Saturday. Highs rise to near 48°F under partly sunny skies. Snow piles will shrink during the afternoon thaw.
Clouds increase Saturday night with a 30% chance of rain after 1 a.m. Sunday stays mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain and highs near 49°F. Roads may turn wet by afternoon, especially for late-day travel.
Plan ahead if you have weekend plans. Keep a jacket handy for chilly mornings, but expect a softer, early-spring feel by midday Saturday.
Looking into the 6–10 day outlook, NOAA signals above-normal temperatures across much of the Midwest. Central Ohio could see highs surge into the 50s by early to midweek. A broader U.S. warm pattern is expanding, with rain dominating much of the national setup.
Five Day Outlook for Columbus, OH:
Today: High 35°F, partly sunny.
Friday: High 41°F, mostly sunny, low 27°F.
Saturday (Valentine’s Day): High 48°F, partly sunny.
Sunday: High 49°F, chance of rain, low 32°F.
Monday: High near 52°F, partly sunny.
