Ohio — Frost grips parked cars across central Ohio this morning. Streetlights reflect off dry pavement, but the air feels sharp and unforgiving. Temperatures sit near 21 degrees in Columbus, with wind chills dipping into the low teens.
Sunshine helps later today. Highs climb into the mid-40s by afternoon, easing the cold but not eliminating risk. Melting frost can refreeze quickly after sunset. Drivers should watch bridges, ramps, and untreated side roads.
Tonight turns colder again. Clouds increase, and temperatures fall into the upper 20s. Sidewalks and driveways may glaze over by early Sunday. Plan extra time if heading out before sunrise.
Sunday looks calmer. Sunshine returns, and highs reach the mid-30s. Winds relax, making it feel more manageable, to be fair. Travel conditions improve through the day, though shaded areas may stay slick.
Attention shifts to Monday. Clouds thicken, and temperatures rise into the low 40s. Meteorologists are tracking a developing system that brings rain chances Monday night. With lows near the mid-30s, a brief cold-to-wet transition could create slick spots early Tuesday.
Rain becomes more likely Tuesday, and highs jump into the low 50s. Roads along I-70, I-71, and I-270 could turn wet during peak travel hours. Keep wipers ready and allow extra stopping distance.
Looking toward Christmas travel, the pattern turns milder but unsettled. Midweek temperatures stay above freezing, yet periodic rain chances remain. While snow looks unlikely for now, flash-freeze risks return if colder air slips back in after rainfall.
Winter is clearly settling in across Ohio. Preparing now helps avoid surprises later. Traveling this week? Share what conditions look like where you are.
Five-Day Outlook — Columbus, Ohio
- Today: Mostly sunny, high near 46
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 34
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 41
- Tuesday: Rain possible, high near 53
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 52
