Clouds hanging over Lunken Field this morning are keeping temperatures close to 70°F, with dewpoints in the mid-60s making it feel plenty muggy already. Those clouds are expected to thin to partly sunny skies by midday, pushing afternoon highs to around 90°F. West winds will stay weak, around 0 to 6 mph, so the heat will sit over neighborhoods and river valleys instead of getting pushed out. If you are planning to be outside, count on a hot, sticky afternoon and keep water close.
Afternoon Heat And Early-Week Storms
Today’s high near 90°F is just the warm-up. Hotter conditions return tomorrow, July 27, with highs around 92°F and heat-index values potentially climbing into the low 100s. There is a low chance for a few showers late tonight, but the better bet is organized showers and thunderstorms tomorrow evening into tomorrow night, when clusters could bring damaging wind gusts. Forecasters say the most likely window for any organized storms is tomorrow night, generally after 8 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
What To Expect Overnight And Tuesday
Tonight there is a slight chance of showers between midnight and 4 a.m., with lows near 70°F. Tuesday, July 28, will likely kick off with showers or thunderstorms before about 8 a.m. Once those move out, skies should turn mostly sunny with a high near 89°F and only light rain totals expected for most spots. Humid conditions are expected to hang around through the week, so be ready for sudden downpours that can quickly slow commutes. For anyone who needs a break from the heat, the City of Cincinnati maintains a list of cooling centers and air-conditioned recreation facilities.
Plan Ahead
After an early-July heat surge, the region has not cooled much, which helps explain why humid 90-degree afternoons are back and why forecasters are keeping a close eye on tomorrow night for organized storms. If you have outdoor plans or evening events tomorrow, stay alert to watches and be ready to head indoors quickly if storms fire up. Charge phones, have a simple rain plan for outdoor gatherings, and check for updated forecasts tomorrow morning.
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