Sunny, mild weather greeted Cincinnati on Saturday morning, with temperatures climbing into the low 60s and clear skies over Lunken Field. Highs are expected to top out near 62, making the afternoon feel more like an early taste of spring than late February. The break is brief, though, as clouds roll in tonight and a light chance of rain returns after about 9 p.m.
Today
Look for a mostly sunny day, a light north wind, and highs near 62. Hourly observations point to temperatures moving through the 50s by late morning and into the low 60s for the afternoon. That lines up with the local forecast from the National Weather Service.
Tonight
Clouds increase this evening, and there is about a 30% chance of light rain after 9 p.m., with lows around 35. Forecasters are calling for only minor amounts, with new rainfall under a tenth of an inch where it falls, so major impacts to the evening commute are unlikely. Still, if you are staying out late, a coat or small umbrella is not a bad idea.
Sunday Into Monday
Sunday turns noticeably cooler and mostly sunny, with a high near 45 and north winds around 6 to 9 mph. Another weak system moves in late Sunday night with a chance of light snow after 1 a.m. Any accumulation should stay light, under a half inch on grassy surfaces, and Monday’s warming trend should flip most of the precipitation to rain by mid to late morning. The NWS Wilmington National Weather Service discussion notes this timing and the low confidence in any meaningful accumulation.
Next Week: Warmer and Wetter
A pronounced pattern change moves in Tuesday as a southerly flow pumps warmth and moisture into the region, with highs near 58 on Tuesday and rising into the upper 60s to lower 70s by Friday. Repeated rounds of rain are likely Tuesday and Wednesday, with periods of heavier rainfall and a few thunderstorms possible. Localized flooding could develop where the heavier bands set up, so keep an eye on the forecast if you have outdoor plans in the middle of the week.
Plan Ahead
Today offers a solid window for outdoor errands, but plan on layers and a compact umbrella for tonight and for the wetter stretch lining up next week. Updates will follow if the National Weather Service issues any watches or warnings for the area.
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