Patchy fog before 9 a.m. today is lifting across Cincinnati, clearing the way for a sunny day with a high near 87°F. Early readings at Lunken Field (KLUK) showed humid, near-saturated air before sunrise, so pockets of low visibility could slow the morning commute. West winds will stay on the light side today, keeping the afternoon warm and calm.
Fog Lifts, Sun Takes Over
Drivers should be ready for brief visibility issues in the early hours, but conditions are expected to improve quickly after sunrise. The rest of the day looks mostly sunny with very little chance of rain. Temperatures climb into the mid to upper 80s, with west winds around 0 to 5 mph. Outdoor plans are good to go, just leave a little extra time for the morning drive.
Heat Cranks Up Early Next Week
Tomorrow is on track to reach around 90°F, and Monday, July 27, is set to be hotter, with a high near 94°F. The heat index could push 95 to 100°F Monday afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms become more likely Monday night into Tuesday, July 28, with a better chance for organized clusters that could bring heavy rain and gusty winds. According to the National Weather Service, the exact timing and placement of the stronger storms are still uncertain, so keep checking forecasts if you have outdoor plans Monday evening.
How To Stay Safe
With heat indexes near 100°F on Monday, people who are sensitive to heat should plan on using air conditioning or visiting a public cooling site. The City of Cincinnati maintains a list of cooling centers and recreation facilities that open during hot spells. See the City of Cincinnati for locations and hours. If storms do fire up Monday night, expect pockets of heavy rain and brief gusts, so avoid parking under large trees and have a quick plan to move to shelter.
Read our earlier piece Friday Gets Steamrolled By 90s Heat Wave for background on the developing heat and storm threat. We will pass along any watches or advisories if the National Weather Service issues them ahead of Monday's peak heat.
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