OHIO — As Halloween approaches, Ohioans planning to head out for trick-or-treating on Thursday evening should prepare for wet and windy conditions.

A strong cold front is expected to pass through central Ohio late Thursday, bringing rain showers, possible thundershowers, and gusty winds.

The rain is forecasted to begin between 5 p.m. and midnight, coinciding with many communities’ trick-or-treat hours.

Some areas may see rain totals exceeding 0.50 inches, though widespread thunderstorms are not anticipated.

Despite unseasonably warm temperatures on Thursday, cooler air will arrive after the front moves through, leading to dry conditions on Friday and highs returning to the 70s by Sunday.

Families are advised to plan accordingly for the evening weather while out celebrating Halloween.