Cincinnati wakes up cloudy and unseasonably mild today, with Lunken Airport (KLUK) checking in around 59°F early this morning. Rain is expected on and off through mid-morning, but skies should crack open for a springlike afternoon, with a high near 68°F. Southwest winds of 9–13 mph, with gusts near 24 mph, will lend a bit of a breeze that could still rattle any loose outdoor gear.
Morning Showers, Quick Dry-Out
Showers are most likely before 11 a.m., with new rainfall totals generally under a tenth of an inch, enough to slick up the roads but not enough to cause widespread flooding issues. Road crews and early commuters should plan for a damp start, then improving conditions by midday as the rain tapers and clouds start to thin. These timings and the projected high near 68°F are in the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.
Late-Week Showers And Gusts
A warm front is on track to drag in a steadier round of rain Thursday, along with a chance of thunderstorms Thursday night and a noticeable uptick in humidity. Behind that front on Friday, expect a punch of wind, with gusts that could briefly reach 25–35 mph in spots. Plan for a blustery end to the workweek and keep an eye on anything outside that is prone to taking flight. For more on this midweek warmup and the recent fog, check out Cincinnati vanishes in morning fog.
Weekend Cooldown
Temperatures slide back down over the weekend, with highs near 49°F on Saturday and only about 38°F on Sunday. There is a slight chance of rain mixing with snow from Saturday night into Sunday, mainly north of the city, with new snow accumulations expected to stay under a half inch. The National Weather Service discussion notes lower confidence in how the weekend precipitation plays out, but still flags the possibility of light snow in some northern valleys.
Bottom line: leave extra time for the early commute today, secure any loose patio furniture before Friday’s gusts arrive, and keep an eye on forecast updates in case rain timing or thunderstorm chances shift.
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