Weather outlook for Halloween and trick-or-treating in Columbus, central Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The weather at the end of October can range from late summer to early winter conditions, creating challenges for your outdoor plans, and how to dress the youngsters for trick-or-treating.

Looking ahead to Halloween this week, skies will turn overcast by midday on Thursday, with late afternoon periods of rain that will linger through the evening hours. Temperatures will reach the mid-70s, then fall back through the 60s by the start of trick-or-treat activities.