Ohio – Headlights glow through thick gray fog across central Ohio this morning, with visibility dropping along parts of I-70, I-71, and the outerbelt around Columbus. Damp pavement and mist are creating a slow start for drivers heading into the city.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m. for much of central Ohio. Visibility in some areas may drop below a quarter mile, especially near rivers, low-lying farmland, and suburban roadways.
Drivers across Franklin, Delaware, and Fairfield counties should allow extra time this morning. Sudden visibility drops can occur along I-270, Route 315, and U.S. 23, particularly near interchanges and overpasses. Use low-beam headlights and increase following distance.
Once fog lifts, temperatures surge toward 75°F today, creating an unusually warm feel for early March. A few scattered showers or thunderstorms may develop later this afternoon, though many areas remain partly sunny for several hours.
More active weather arrives Saturday. Showers become widespread by afternoon, and a few thunderstorms may develop as warmer air continues to stream north. Temperatures reach the mid-70s again, keeping conditions mild and humid.
Rain becomes more persistent Saturday night before gradually tapering Sunday morning. By afternoon, sunshine returns and temperatures settle near 60°F, offering a cooler but pleasant end to the weekend.
Early Sunday morning also brings the seasonal time shift. Clocks spring forward at 2 a.m., giving Ohio longer daylight evenings.
Warmer spring weather returns early next week. Monday turns sunny with highs near 71°F, and mild temperatures continue through midweek as an active March pattern persists.
Heading out around Columbus today? Tell us what visibility and road conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook – Columbus, OH
Today: Areas of dense fog early, then partly sunny with chance of showers or thunderstorms. High 75°F.
Tonight: Slight chance of showers or thunderstorms. Low 62°F.
Saturday: Showers likely with possible thunderstorms. High 74°F.
Sunday: Mostly sunny and cooler. High 60°F.
Monday: Sunny and mild. High 71°F.
