COLUMBUS — A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Franklin County until 11:00 a.m. Monday as light snow and patchy fog create slick conditions across Central Ohio, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington.
Temperatures at John Glenn Columbus International Airport dropped to 22°F early Monday morning, with a wind chill making it feel closer to 15°F. Visibility fell to about one mile due to fog and light snow. East winds are blowing at around 5 mph.
What to Expect Today
Snow is likely through mid-morning, with less than half an inch of accumulation possible before conditions improve. The NWS advises drivers to slow down on bridges and overpasses, which freeze before road surfaces. After 11:00 a.m., the snow will taper off and skies will become partly sunny. Temperatures will climb to a high near 39°F this afternoon.
Tonight, clouds will return and rain will likely move in after 1:00 a.m. Patchy fog is also expected overnight. The low will settle around 36°F.
A Dramatic Warm-Up Through the Week
The cold will not last long. Tuesday will bring rain and a significant jump in temperatures, with a high near 56°F. South winds will pick up between 6 and 9 mph. Rain is likely through most of the day, with rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch expected.
Rain continues through the rest of the week as temperatures keep climbing. Wednesday’s high will reach 62°F, and by Thursday, Columbus weather could see a high near 69°F. A chance of thunderstorms is possible Wednesday night as the warmer air moves in.
The warm-up peaks toward the end of the week. Friday’s high could reach 72°F, and Saturday may bring a high near 74°F — an unusually warm stretch for early March.
Safety Reminder
The NWS has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the region. Drivers heading out Monday morning should allow extra travel time and watch for icy spots, especially on elevated roadways. Residents can stay updated on road conditions through ODOT’s OHGO app.
Forecast data provided by the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio. Published: March 2, 2026, 9:26 a.m. ET