Columbus, Ohio – Thunderstorms are poised to disrupt weekend plans across central Ohio, with the highest impacts expected from Friday evening into Saturday. Residents around Columbus should plan now for potential travel delays and saturated roadways, especially along I-70 and Route 33.
According to the National Weather Service, after a hot and mostly sunny Thursday with highs near 89°F, moisture builds quickly into Friday. Storms could begin after 2 p.m. Friday, bringing lightning, gusty winds, and downpours. Rain chances climb to 90% by Saturday, with possible thunderstorm development continuing into Sunday. Evenings won’t offer much relief, with lows staying in the high 60s.
Drivers should avoid flooded low-lying roads and check alerts before traveling this weekend. Those with outdoor plans—especially around Alum Creek or Scioto Mile—should remain flexible and keep devices charged in case of power outages.
This weekend marks one of the wettest stretches in June so far for Columbus, with Saturday shaping up as the most disruptive day. Sunday sees continued showers, especially after 2 p.m., keeping conditions soggy.
5-Day Forecast for Columbus, OH (June 11–16):
- Wednesday (Today): Sunny, high near 84°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 89°F
- Friday: PM storms possible, high near 87°F
- Saturday: Showers and storms, high near 83°F, 90% chance of rain
- Sunday: More storms late, high near 81°F, 60% rain chance
