Take advantage of Friday sun in Columbus

(COLUMBUS, MT) A sunny Friday is here for Columbus, but if you haven’t got any ideas for taking advantage of it, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Check out these ideas along with a four-day forecast.

Have a picnic: With COVID-19 restrictions lingering around the country, this beloved pastime has taken on new relevance. Meeting a friend somewhere pretty with a basket of snacks and a blanket can be a spontaneous way to enjoy a sunny afternoon in a safer environment than indoors. Risk levels should always be taken into account along with advice from health authorities on gathering sizes.

Try a new hobby: Starting a new hobby can be intimidating at times, even hard, but there aren’t many better ways to bust through that barrier than knowing that at least you’ll be warm and comfortable while you take a shot at your next pursuit. Whether it’s rollerblading, unicycling, or a Hacky Sack throwback, a sunny afternoon invites experimentation.

Take a walk and try a food truck: Anyone who lives in a city has had the feeling of wondering why they don’t know the various neighborhoods better. A great way to get out and sample what your local community has to offer while enjoying the fresh air is to take a walk and grab a bite.

Along with a sunny Friday, here’s the rest of the four-day forecast for Columbus:

• Friday, October 22

  Mostly sunny during the day; while mostly cloudy overnight

  • High 70 °F, low 39 °F
  • 5 to 14 mph wind

• Saturday, October 23

  Mostly Cloudy

  • High 60 °F, low 33 °F
  • 6 to 13 mph wind

• Sunday, October 24

  Mostly sunny during the day; while mostly cloudy overnight

  • High 62 °F, low 38 °F
  • Light wind

• Monday, October 25

  Mostly cloudy then chance of light rain during the day; while chance of light rain overnight

  • High 65 °F, low 37 °F
  • Light wind

This forecast was created automatically using NWS data.