![]() The snow will continue into Wednesday afternoon with a high of about 40 degrees. With a 90% chance of precipitation Tuesday night, Mansfield is expected to see rain and an accumulation of snow - up to 3 inches, Jaszka said. Snow and cold will be more intense north of Columbusįurther north, near Mansfield, Tuesday will be cold, with highs in the mid-40s and a slight chance of rain. He also recommended putting potted plants in an unheated garage if possible. Specifically, vegetables, perennials and any plants not native to the landscape can be covered with burlap or impermeable fabric to prevent freezing. Reiner said the biggest concern for plants is cold temperatures. Gardening: Events and things to do in central Ohio "Moisture is good for plants during cold, and it acts as an insulator." "Snow is actually not a problem," Reiner said. Mark Reiner, vice president of Oakland Nursery, said the snow may come as a surprise to gardeners taking advantage of what he called an early warm spring, but it won't cause too much of a problem - in fact, snow can be helpful to crops. About a quarter inch of rainfall is expected. The rain and snow may continue into Wednesday morning and early afternoon with highs in the mid-40s and a 50% chance of rain. ![]() Rain is likely to start Tuesday evening, and there will be overnight lows in the mid-30s and a 100% chance of precipitation, which is expected to turn into snow. Keith Jaszka, a meteorologist with the Cleveland office of the National Weather Service, said it isn't unheard of to see snow in April, but it is "unusual." He said a low pressure system going northeast along the Ohio River Valley will bring winds coming from the north and northeast that will be "very efficient" at sending cold air southward.Ĭoming next month: See where in Columbus the Brood X cicadas will be out in force ![]() Central Ohioans and other areas to the north may see snow this week as temperatures are likely to fall below freezing Tuesday night.
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