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Columbus Running Weather

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · Hour-by-hour forecast updated 9:24 AM EDT

Best Time to Run in Columbus Today

8 AM

62°F and overcast at peak. Wind 10 mph from the NNW, dew point 57°F.

84
Peak FitScore
Temperature
62°F / feels 60°
Wind
10 mph NNW, gusts 19
Dew Point
57°F — noticeable
Humidity
84%
UV Index
3 — Moderate
Air Quality
24 AQI — Good

Hourly running conditions

🌤️ 9 AM
40
78° feels 83° 10 mph SW 23% rain
☁️ 10 AM
34
81° feels 85° 10 mph SW 34% rain
☁️ 11 AM
35
81° feels 86° 8 mph SW 40% rain
☁️ 12 PM
28
84° feels 90° 11 mph SW 40% rain
1 PM
24
84° feels 88° 13 mph WSW 48% rain
⛈️ 2 PM
2
79° feels 83° 17 mph SW 61% rain
🌧️ 3 PM
36
73° feels 75° 14 mph WSW 56% rain
☀️ 4 PM
32
77° feels 85° 12 mph SW 35% rain
☀️ 5 PM
36
80° feels 87° 10 mph SW 19% rain
☀️ 6 PM
38
80° feels 88° 6 mph SW 17% rain
☀️ 7 PM
38
80° feels 88° 7 mph SSW 21% rain
🌙 8 PM
39
77° feels 84° 7 mph SSW 39% rain
80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair Below 40 Poor

7-day running forecast

⛈️
Today Jul 21
84° / 72°
84
🏃 6 AM–10 AM 💧 61%
☁️
Wed Jul 22
71° / 59°
84
🏃 6 AM–10 AM
☁️
Thu Jul 23
77° / 58°
96
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Fri Jul 24
79° / 61°
93
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
☁️
Sat Jul 25
82° / 61°
89
🏃 9 AM–12 PM
⛈️
Sun Jul 26
83° / 69°
71
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 40%
🌧️
Mon Jul 27
81° / 71°
71
🏃 9 AM–12 PM 💧 40%
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🌤 Tomorrow in Columbus: Best window: 9–11 AM (FitScore 95) 6am: 48°F, feels 45° — NW 8mph 9am: 58°F, feels 56° — W 12mph 12pm: 66°F, feels 65° — SW 8mph ☔ Rain likely after 3pm.
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Columbus running weather FAQ

What's the best time to run in Columbus today?

Based on today's FitScore analysis, the best time to run is 8 AM with a peak FitScore of 84/100. Check the hourly breakdown above for detailed conditions throughout the day.

What months are best for running in Columbus?

The best months for running in Columbus are April, May, September, October. The most challenging months are typically January, February. Summer humidity rivals the Southeast. Watch for fast-moving thunderstorms in the afternoon.

What is the FitScore?

FitScore rates each hour from 0–100 for outdoor exercise based on temperature, humidity, dew point, wind, precipitation probability, UV index, and air quality. Higher scores mean better conditions.

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