Columbus, OH – Fall sunshine is giving Central Ohio residents one more stretch of mild, comfortable weather before cooler air returns later this week. Monday’s Columbus Day forecast kicked off the week with plenty of sunshine and highs near 75°F — a trend expected to last through Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, clear skies and gentle winds from the north will keep conditions ideal for outdoor plans, leaf-viewing drives, or pumpkin patch visits. Tuesday and Wednesday will remain mostly sunny, with highs between 68°F and 75°F. Commuters on I-70 and I-71 can expect smooth travel with no major weather-related delays through midweek.
However, the pattern shifts heading into the weekend. Forecasters predict increasing clouds by Friday, followed by an 80% chance of showers Saturday. Those planning fall festivals or outdoor events should prepare for potential rain and cooler temperatures, with highs dropping into the 60s.
Friday night lows will dip into the low 50s, signaling the first hints of a fall cool-down before a potential cold snap next week.
Five-Day Forecast (Columbus Metro Area):
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 75°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 68°F.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 67°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 70°F.
- Saturday: Showers likely, high 58°F.
