Wednesday in Cincinnati starts on the gray and drippy side, with clouds hanging around and temperatures hovering near 60°F by mid-morning. A few light showers are possible through about 8 a.m., but they look brief and light, with new rainfall totals staying under one-tenth of an inch. From there, skies should open up into mostly sunny conditions by midday, with highs climbing into the low 70s. West winds will be just strong enough to shake loose lawn chairs and porch decor, and much drier, cooler air settles in tonight as temperatures drop into the mid-40s.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
For the afternoon commute, expect west winds around 8 to 15 mph, with gusts pushing into the mid-20s tonight, especially on hilltops and along the river. That could be enough to send umbrellas flipping and patio gear sliding. Afternoon highs should top out near 73 before tumbling back into the mid-40s overnight. Things take a sharp turn toward summer by the weekend, with highs rising into the upper 80s on Saturday, when showers and thunderstorms are likely, and then into the 90s on Sunday and Monday. You can find these details in the local forecast from the National Weather Service Wilmington OH.
City Steps Up Ahead Of Heat
With that hot stretch on the way, the City of Cincinnati is already rolling out its heat resources. Recreation centers are being designated as free cooling centers, and trash collection hours may be shortened during the hottest period, according to the city. If you do not have reliable air conditioning, check nearby CRC locations and facility hours before heading over. For more details on cooling centers and heat safety tips, see the resources to beat the heat from the City of Cincinnati.
Plan Ahead
Looking toward the weekend, bring plenty of water and find shade when you can, and try to move strenuous activity to the morning hours. Keep an eye on plans for Saturday afternoon and evening in case storms move in. We will update if any watches or warnings are posted; otherwise, expect a mostly dry, breezy finish to today before the warmer, stickier stretch settles in.
