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Snow Returns Sunday to Central Ohio After Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Fog

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  • Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
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    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
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  • Flooding risks are increasing late Thursday into early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Flooding risks are increasing late Thursday into early Friday 2/20/2026.
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    Flooding risks are increasing late Thursday into early Friday 2/20/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
  • 6-hour radar estimated rainfall as of 11:20 pm on Thursday 2/19/2026.
    6-hour radar estimated rainfall as of 11:20 pm on Thursday 2/19/2026.
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    6-hour radar estimated rainfall as of 11:20 pm on Thursday 2/19/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
  • Hour-by-hour forecast Friday 2/20/2026 at 2 a.m.
    Hour-by-hour forecast Friday 2/20/2026 at 2 a.m.
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  • Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026.
    Image: WBNS (Columbus, OH)
    Flash flooding will be possible for parts of central Ohio through early Friday 2/20/2026. (Credit: Michael Behrens) Source Full size
  • Reduced visibility to 1/4 mile or less
    Reduced visibility to 1/4 mile or less
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    Reduced visibility to 1/4 mile or less (Credit: Chris Tomer) Source Full size

Storm System Enters Central Ohio Thursday Night low‑pressure system moved into the region Thursday night, bringing warm, moist air that fueled strong thunderstorms around 9 p.m. [2][3]. The 10TV Weather Impact Alert Day remained active through the night, warning of marginal level‑1 severe‑weather risk and an isolated tornado that could not be ruled out [2][3]. The system’s warm front ahead of an approaching cold front created moderate wind shear, intensifying the severe‑weather potential across central Ohio [2][3].

Rainfall Exceeds Two Inches, Flash Flood Threat Radar estimated rainfall totals surpassing two inches in several locations by 11:20 p.m. Thursday, prompting flash‑flood warnings for Fayette and Madison counties through 2 a.m. [2][3]. Early concerns about wind and hail shifted to heavy rain as the primary overnight hazard, with officials urging caution on roads and flood‑prone areas [2][3]. The heavy precipitation contributed to saturated soils that later supported dense fog conditions on Tuesday [4].

Storms Subside Friday, Snow Showers Possible Sunday Showers and thunderstorms are expected to wane before sunrise Friday, though gusty winds may linger into the day [2][3]. Temperatures will fall, setting the stage for possible snow showers by Sunday as the cold front advances [2][3]. A warm, windy storm later in the week could push daytime highs near 66 °F before a cooling front brings clearer skies and cooler temperatures mid‑week [4].

Sunday Snow Brings Light Accumulation and Black‑Ice Hazard On Sunday, a secondary disturbance will deliver scattered snow showers across central Ohio, with the Columbus metro area forecast to receive about one inch, mainly on grass and cold surfaces [1]. Temperatures will rise into the mid‑30s before dropping into the 20s Sunday night, creating black‑ice conditions on Monday‑morning commutes [1]. Warmer weather is projected to return by mid‑next week, with highs climbing toward 50 °F [1].

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Dec 5, 2025 – Ohio records unprecedented wind chills, with temperatures in the single digits and wind‑chill values “lower than the actual air temperature,” prompting Cold Weather Advisories; forecasters expect a gradual warm‑up into the 20s‑30s by afternoon and a wintry front on Sunday that could bring rain and snow [14].

Dec 9, 2025 – A 10TV Weather Impact Alert Day warns of a rain‑snow mix and gusts up to 40 mph affecting Wednesday commuters; snow accumulations remain minimal because temperatures hover near freezing, while a weaker system is expected Friday‑Saturday [13].

Dec 12, 2025 – A heavy snow event drops up to 9 inches in central Ohio on Saturday, accompanied by 25‑mph winds and “wind chills near or below zero”; several counties declare snow emergencies and the National Weather Service issues Cold Weather Advisories [12].

Dec 27, 2025 – A developing storm system moves into central Ohio late Sunday, bringing rain and thunderstorms with a Level 1 severe‑weather risk; a rapid temperature plunge of about 40 °F by Monday triggers flash‑freeze concerns for morning commuters [11].

Dec 28, 2025 – A strong low‑pressure system drives statewide wind gusts of 40‑50 mph on Monday, prompting Wind Advisories, power‑outage warnings, and a sharp temperature drop into the low 20s by early Tuesday [10].

Dec 29, 2025 – Snow begins after 4 p.m., delivering 1‑3 inches of accumulation across central and southern Ohio and “winds in the teens” that produce wind chills in the teens; the alert targets OSU game travel and New Year’s Eve plans [9].

Jan 1, 2026 – A Weather Impact Alert Day warns that up to 2 inches of snow may fall through early night, with “moderate bursts” and localized higher totals; the alert coordinates travel for the OSU game and New Year’s Eve celebrations while temperatures stay in the 20s [8].

Jan 11, 2026 – A cold northwest flow brings snow showers overnight into Sunday, producing “dusting to up to a half inch” and wind‑chill values in the 10s‑20s; sunshine returns Monday and Tuesday with highs in the 40s [7].

Jan 21, 2026 – An arctic blast triggers a Winter Storm Watch for six southern counties, forecasting subzero wind chills from Friday night through Monday morning and “possible snow” with the heaviest snow remaining south of the viewing area [6].

Feb 2, 2026 – Snow returns Friday, delivering 1‑3 inches across central Ohio and “bitter cold wind chills” that persist Saturday; a brief warm‑up on Sunday adds another 1‑2 inch snow band, followed by gradual warming into the 30s‑40s early next week [5].

Feb 17, 2026 – Dense fog returns Tuesday, prompting a Weather Impact Alert as visibility drops to a quarter‑mile; forecasters attribute the fog to “cold, moisture‑laden soil from snowmelt meeting warmer air,” and note an upcoming warm storm that could bring near‑record 66 °F heat later in the week [4].

Feb 19‑20, 2026 – A strong storm system moves into central Ohio Thursday night, issuing a 10TV Weather Impact Alert Day; “rainfall totals exceeded 2 inches in several areas by 11:20 p.m.” and the threat shifts from wind/hail to heavy rain and flash‑flooding, with storms waning by sunrise Friday [2].

Feb 20‑21, 2026 – Snow returns over the weekend, with “about an inch in Columbus” and occasional snow squalls that create brief heavy bursts and slippery roads; temperatures rise to the mid‑30s then fall into the 20s, raising black‑ice risk, and warmer weather returns by mid‑week with highs near 50 °F [1].

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