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Columbus, OH Weather on April 20
Columbus hits 85°F on April 20, 1976 in record heat
Columbus, Ohio experienced its warmest April 20th on record when temperatures soared to 85°F in 1976, a dramatic 17-degree swing above the average high of 68°F. The same date has also seen brutally cold conditions, with a record low of 26°F recorded in 1988, demonstrating the volatile spring weather patterns typical for the city. Across 55 years of records, this April date showcases swings of nearly 60 degrees between extreme records, underscoring the unpredictable nature of Midwest spring weather.
What to Expect on April 20
Planning for April 20th in Columbus, OH? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest April 20 ever in Columbus?
The warmest April 20 in Columbus, OH reached 85°F in 1976. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 67°F.
What was the coldest April 20 ever in Columbus?
The coldest April 20 in Columbus, OH dropped to 22°F in 1983. That is 22°F below the long-term average low of 44°F.
What is the average temperature on April 20 in Columbus?
On April 20, Columbus averages a high of 67°F and a low of 44°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from COLUMBUS WSO CITY.
How many years of weather data are available for April 20 in Columbus?
We have 55 years of weather records for April 20 in Columbus, OH, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
April 20 Weather History in Columbus
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 74°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 54°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 84°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 62°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 59°F | 36°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2020 | 62°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 55°F | 42°F | 1.12" | -- |
| 2018 | 57°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 83°F | 58°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2016 | 70°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 65°F | 48°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2014 | 76°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 48°F | 34°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2012 | 77°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 66°F | 43°F | 1.35" | -- |
| 2010 | 64°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 58°F | 42°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 2008 | 65°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 69°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 78°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 80°F | 56°F | 1.47" | -- |
| 2004 | 71°F | 47°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 2003 | 75°F | 57°F | 0.99" | -- |
| 2002 | 67°F | 50°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2001 | 58°F | 47°F | 2.29" | -- |
| 2000 | 79°F | 53°F | 0.74" | -- |
| 1999 | 57°F | 36°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1998 | 62°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 63°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 72°F | 52°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1995 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 70°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 73°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 82°F | 60°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 1991 | 59°F | 42°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1990 | 65°F | 51°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1989 | 64°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 60°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 83°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 62°F | 50°F | 0.86" | -- |
| 1985 | 83°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 58°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 42°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 59°F | 48°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 1981 | 52°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 75°F | 43°F | -- | -- |
| 1979 | 71°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 51°F | 35°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1977 | 82°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 85°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 51°F | 37°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1974 | 73°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 80°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 66°F | 45°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1971 | 81°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: COLUMBUS WSO CITY
How Has April 20 Changed?
The last decade has been 3.7°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Columbus, OH, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.