Columbus, OH – A thin layer of mist hugs the Scioto River this early Sunday morning, the air cool but calm under clearing skies. It’s a peaceful start across central Ohio — the kind that rarely lasts long this time of year.
Today and Monday will deliver the best weather of the week. Expect mostly sunny skies and highs climbing near 61°F Sunday, reaching the low 60s Monday afternoon. Winds remain light and northeasterly, adding just a hint of chill to otherwise comfortable days. It’s ideal for yardwork, early decorating, or enjoying the last full breath of late October warmth.
By Tuesday, conditions begin to change. Clouds increase through the morning, and a weak front from the southwest brings a 20–40% chance of rain by afternoon and evening. The first few showers may start light, but steadier rain looks likely late Tuesday into Wednesday, when temperatures dip to the mid-50s.
Rain chances taper by Thursday, leaving drier air and seasonal highs near 53°F for Halloween Friday — a calm, mild setup for trick-or-treaters across Franklin and Delaware Counties.
To be fair, this week’s shift feels typical for late October — sunny starts giving way to gray skies and drizzle. But after all, early November isn’t far off, and cooler mornings are waiting just beyond the weekend.
