As Central Ohio rings in the new year, residents can expect scattered snow showers and cold temperatures to define the first week of January.
Quick Weather Overview
- Today: Light wintry mix, high 37°F
- Tonight: Mostly cloudy, low 25°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 36°F (low 27°F)
- Friday: Snow showers, high 30°F (low 18°F)
- Saturday: Partly cloudy, high 27°F (low 23°F)
- Sunday: Snow showers, high 31°F (low 22°F)
Today’s Weather
A light wintry mix will scatter across parts of the region today, while much of Central Ohio remains under overcast skies. Breezy winds during the afternoon will intensify the chill, with temperatures peaking in the mid-to-upper 30s. The wind chill, however, will make it feel like the mid-20s.
Tonight’s Forecast
Overnight, skies will see occasional breaks in the cloud cover but will stay mostly cloudy overall. This will mark one of the colder nights in recent weeks, with lows dipping to 25°F. Wind chills are expected to hover in the upper teens, aligning with typical seasonal conditions for early January.
Looking Ahead: Thursday to Sunday
- Thursday brings a welcome reprieve with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-30s. However, the clear conditions won’t last as clouds return Thursday night, signaling the arrival of the next snow system.
- Friday will see steady snow showers through the morning, tapering off later in the day. By the time the system exits, Central Ohio could accumulate 1 to 2 inches of snow. Temperatures will remain cold, with highs around 30°F and lows plummeting to 18°F.
- The Weekend stays chilly, with highs in the upper 20s. Saturday offers a mix of clouds and sunshine, while Sunday brings another round of snow showers.
Seasonal Start
The first days of 2025 promise classic winter weather for Central Ohio. Residents should prepare for fluctuating conditions with a mix of sun, snow, and colder temperatures heading into the weekend and beyond.