Ohio – Dark clouds are building quickly, and storms will begin to fire this afternoon, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds that could disrupt travel across Columbus within hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, showers and thunderstorms will develop through the afternoon with a 90% chance of rain and wind gusts reaching up to 25 mph. A few storms may become strong, with damaging winds as the primary threat.
Across central Ohio, conditions will shift rapidly after midday. Rain will become steady at times, with embedded thunderstorms reducing visibility on I-70, I-71, and Route 315. Plan extra time for travel and avoid driving during heavier downpours if possible.
Storms continue into the evening before gradually weakening. By Sunday, cooler air begins to move in, with highs dropping into the upper 50s and only a slight chance of lingering showers. Winds remain noticeable, adding a brisk feel compared to today.
The bigger change arrives Sunday night into Monday morning. Temperatures fall to around 35°F, and areas of frost may develop, especially in outlying and rural locations. Sensitive plants should be protected.
Monday brings sunshine but cooler conditions, with highs near the low 50s. By Tuesday, temperatures rebound into the low 70s under mostly sunny skies.
A warming trend continues into midweek, returning more typical spring conditions across Ohio.
Five Day Forecast for Columbus, OH:
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms, high near 77°F
Sunday: Slight chance of showers, high near 57°F
Monday: Sunny, high near 52°F, low near 35°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 71°F
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 74°F
