Ohio – A fast-moving cold front is charging across the Buckeye State this morning, bringing rain, blustery winds, and a sharp temperature drop just in time for one of the busiest travel days of the year. Roads across central and southwest Ohio could see tough crosswinds by midday as wind gusts approach 45 mph, prompting the National Weather Service in Wilmington to issue a Wind Advisory through 10 p.m.
The strongest gusts are expected between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., particularly along I-70, I-71, and U.S. Route 33. Drivers of high-profile vehicles should use caution, as crosswinds may make steering difficult. Loose outdoor decorations, garbage cans, and lightweight lawn items could also be displaced. Rain will move through early, tapering by afternoon as temperatures drop quickly into the mid-30s.
Thanksgiving Day turns calmer but colder, with mostly cloudy skies and a brisk west wind keeping highs near 35°F. Those attending morning parades or early football games should bundle up—wind chills could hover in the 20s.
By late Thursday night, forecasters expect a reinforcing push of cold air to arrive, bringing a few scattered snow showers into the northern and central counties by Friday. A light coating is possible in higher terrain, but heavier accumulation stays north.
Looking ahead, a stronger Arctic front is forming across the northern Plains, with models hinting at heavy snow potential and bitter air spreading east by December 1–5. While Columbus may stay mostly dry, much colder temperatures appear likely as early winter truly settles in.
Five-Day Outlook (Wed–Sun)
• Today: Rain, windy, temps falling to 34°F.
• Thursday: Mostly cloudy, 35°F.
• Friday: Partly sunny, 34°F.
• Saturday: Mostly cloudy, 37°F.
• Sunday: Chance of rain/snow, 34°F.
