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Psoriasis Weather Forecast for Columbus, OH

Tuesday, August 11 · updated throughout the day · scores run 0–100, higher is a kinder day

56

Manageable

A manageable day, but worth pacing. Some factors may affect Psoriasis symptoms.

5-day outlook

Today

56

Manageable

Wed

61

Manageable

Thu

61

Manageable

Fri

61

Manageable

Sat

69

Good

How weather affects psoriasis

Not every weather factor hits every condition the same way. These are the inputs our Psoriasis scoring model weighs most heavily — and in Columbus (Northeast), they interact with the local climate pattern: Washington, New York, and Boston — Atlantic corridor pressure changes and their effect on symptoms.

Humidity

30% of score

Low humidity dries skin and disrupts the skin barrier, triggering psoriasis flares; moderate humidity keeps plaques hydrated.

UV exposure

30% of score

Moderate UV exposure (especially UVB) is therapeutic for psoriasis, slowing keratinocyte proliferation, but sunburn can trigger the Koebner response.

Temperature

15% of score

Cold weather worsens psoriasis through skin drying and reduced UV exposure; warm weather generally improves symptoms.

Air quality

15% of score

Air pollutants can trigger oxidative stress in the skin and exacerbate inflammatory pathways involved in psoriasis.

Wind

10% of score

Wind accelerates skin moisture loss and can carry irritants that aggravate exposed psoriasis plaques.

This forecast uses Columbus's weather. Yours should use your street's.

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Research behind the Psoriasis model

  • Balato N, et al. 'Effect of weather and environmental factors on the clinical course of psoriasis.' Occupational and Environmental Medicine. 2013;70(8):600. (Letter)
  • Jensen P, et al. 'Psoriasis and seasonal variation: a systematic review on reports from Northern and Central Europe.' Skin Research and Technology. 2022;28(1):180-186.
  • Wacker M, Holick MF. 'Sunlight and vitamin D: a global perspective for health.' Dermato-Endocrinology. 2013;5(1):51-108.

Felt That is not a medical service. Forecast scores describe weather conditions associated with symptom changes in published research and community-reported patterns — they are not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual responses to weather vary widely. Always consult your healthcare provider about managing your condition.