Columbus, Ohio – Drivers heading into Columbus Tuesday morning may face sun glare along I-70 and I-71 as skies turn brighter. Warm, clear weather will dominate this week, but travelers planning for the Labor Day holiday weekend should expect rising temperatures and heavier traffic.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, skies stay mostly sunny Tuesday with highs near 73. Light northwest winds will shift by afternoon, adding slight breezes up to 9 mph. Overnight lows dip to 50, making for cool conditions early Wednesday.
Central Ohio will see a stretch of calm, dry weather through midweek. Sunny skies continue Wednesday with highs near 75, followed by partly cloudy nights. Thursday and Friday bring a gradual warming trend, reaching the upper 70s by Friday afternoon. Travelers should stay hydrated and cautious of sun exposure during extended outdoor time.
Labor Day weekend is shaping up to be warmer than average. Saturday highs rise to 77, and Sunday could hit 80 with mostly sunny skies. That means tailgates, parades, and road trips could see increased demand for shade and water. Drivers should also be cautious of heavy traffic on I-270 and I-70 corridors as holiday travel peaks.
The stable pattern holds through Sunday, but forecasters caution changes could arrive by Labor Day itself. Another update will be issued later this week if conditions shift.
Five Day Forecast for Columbus, Ohio:
- Tuesday: Increasing clouds, high 73, low 50.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 75, low 52.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 76, low 58.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 74, low 52.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 77, low 55.
