Ohio – Light snow drifts through central Ohio this morning, dusting windshields and rooftops as bitter air tightens its grip. Streets may look dry at first, but thin ice can form quickly where flurries linger and temperatures stay below freezing.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures hover near 18 degrees early, with light snow and flurries tapering by early afternoon. Winds out of the northwest add a sharp edge, keeping wind chills in the single digits. While accumulations remain minor, untreated roads and sidewalks could turn slick fast.
Travel impacts remain possible through midday, especially along I-70, I-71, Route 315, and neighborhood side streets. Crews continue monitoring conditions, but drivers should slow down and leave extra space between vehicles. Pedestrians should watch for icy patches on steps and parking lots.
Conditions quiet briefly tonight as clouds thin and temperatures drop into the upper teens. That calm sets the stage for another round of winter weather Friday. Snow chances increase late Friday morning into the afternoon, with highs climbing into the mid-30s. Even light snowfall could cause slushy roads during peak travel hours.
Snow chances linger into Friday night and Saturday, though totals remain limited. Temperatures hover near freezing Saturday afternoon, then fall sharply Saturday night. Any melting during the day may refreeze after sunset, raising black ice concerns into Sunday morning.
Sunday turns colder and brighter, with highs near the low 20s under mostly sunny skies. Cold air holds into early next week, keeping winter firmly in control across central Ohio.
Residents should dress in layers, keep vehicles winter-ready, and use caution on bridges and shaded roads. Small changes in temperature can quickly shift road conditions.
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Five-Day Outlook for Columbus, Ohio
Today: Light snow and flurries, cold, high near 25°F
Friday: Chance of snow, milder, high near 37°F
Saturday: Chance of snow, breezy, high near 34°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, colder, high near 22°F
Monday: Partly sunny, cold, high near 19°F
