Columbus, Ohio – Heat ramps up across Ohio on Friday as mostly sunny skies drive temperatures into the upper 80s and wind gusts reach 31 mph.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Friday’s high in Columbus will near 87°F under mostly sunny skies. Winds will shift west to southwest, sustained around 8 mph but gusting to 30+ mph, particularly along I-71 and open rural stretches. Residents are urged to limit outdoor activities during peak sun hours and stay hydrated.
Saturday and Sunday will turn even hotter. Highs will push into the low to mid-90s, with sunny skies dominating the weekend. Heat indices may climb near 100°F in some low-lying or urbanized parts of Franklin and Delaware counties. The UV index will remain high through Sunday, raising the risk of sunburn in under 15 minutes.
Columbus City Schools are on break, but local athletic camps and outdoor events should take extra precautions. Consider wearing light-colored clothing, using SPF 30+ sunscreen, and avoiding strenuous activity between 1 and 5 p.m.
By Monday, highs in Columbus may reach a scorching 96°F, making it one of the hottest days of the year so far. Rain returns Wednesday, bringing a 50% chance of storms and some relief from the extreme temperatures.
Five-Day Forecast for Columbus, OH
- Thursday, June 19: Chance of showers, high near 80°F. Breezy with gusts up to 31 mph.
- Friday, June 20: Mostly sunny, high near 87°F. Breezy.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 92°F.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 95°F.
- Monday: Sunny and hot, high near 96°F.
