Cincinnati started Saturday on a pretty comfortable note, with clear skies, about 34°F at the regional weather station, and a high near 47°F expected this afternoon. Light west winds around 2-6 mph will help keep things feeling mild and mostly dry through the day. After sunset, though, temperatures slide into the upper 20s, so it will feel much colder if you are out late. A weak system is also on the way, bringing a brief chance of mixed precipitation late Saturday evening.
Tonight And Sunday
A weak disturbance will bring a slight chance of light snow or a brief rain-snow mix Saturday night between about 7 p.m. and 11 p.m., with little or no accumulation expected. Forecasters at the National Weather Service say tomorrow turns colder and cloudier, with snow likely after about 7 a.m.
Northwest winds will pick up to 6-14 mph with gusts near 25 mph, and most of the region should see only light totals, generally under a half-inch. A few spots northeast of the city could pick up a bit more. Lake-effect showers may keep hthe it-or-miss light snow going into Monday morning.
Travel And Commute
The main window for travel issues is Sunday morning and again for the Sunday evening commute, when below-freezing temperatures and gusty northwest winds could leave slick patches on untreated roads. Airlines and travelers should keep an eye on conditions at CVG and build in extra time, since even light accumulations and gusty winds can slow ground operations. For the latest flight information, check CVG Airport before you head out. If you do have to drive, plan on slower speeds and give snowplows plenty of room to work.
Outlook And Tips
Colder air settles in early next week. The coldest stretch looks to be Monday night into Tuesday morning, with lows dipping into the teens outside the city and near 20°F inside the metro. A warming trend kicks in by midweek, with highs back into the 50s by Wednesday, so any snow should be short-lived.
Practical playbook: bring a hat and gloves for Sunday, allow extra commute time, and check county road crew updates if you are traveling early Monday.
