Ohio – Light snow flakes swirl across central Ohio this morning, barely visible against gray skies but enough to coat windshields and sidewalks. The cold is already biting, and conditions are lining up for a slick, sharply colder stretch heading into the holiday weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, accumulating snowfall is possible tonight into Saturday. Daytime snow today remains light, but roads could turn slick by evening as temperatures dip near freezing. Snow amounts stay modest, generally under an inch, though even light accumulation can disrupt travel.
In Columbus, snow chances increase late today and continue into Saturday afternoon. Highs hover in the mid-30s Saturday, which may briefly limit buildup on main roads. That changes quickly after sunset. As colder air pushes in, any wet pavement may flash-freeze, especially on bridges, ramps, and untreated side streets.
Sunday brings a break from snow but not from the cold. Sunshine returns, yet highs struggle to reach the lower 20s. Winds add bite, dropping wind chills into the teens and setting the stage for even colder mornings ahead.
By MLK Day, winter tightens its grip. Another round of light snow is possible Monday afternoon, followed by a hard freeze Monday night. Temperatures plunge toward 5 degrees, and wind chills near or below zero become possible early next week. Travel impacts may be limited by snowfall totals, but extreme cold raises safety concerns.
Tuesday stays bitterly cold despite partial sunshine. Vehicles may struggle to start, and exposed pipes remain vulnerable. Residents should dress in layers, limit time outdoors, and keep emergency supplies handy.
Meteorologists continue monitoring an active winter pattern midweek, with more snow chances returning as cold air remains locked in.
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Five-Day Outlook for Columbus, OH
- Today: Chance of rain and snow, high near 36
- Saturday: Chance of snow, high near 34
- Sunday: Mostly sunny and colder, high near 23
- MLK Day Monday: Chance of snow, breezy, high near 20
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, bitter cold, high near 20
