Cincinnati is waking up to fog and temperatures in the mid-70s, but the gray start will give way to blazing sunshine and a high near 97 on Friday. The heat index could reach 107, making this an especially dangerous afternoon for outdoor plans. A Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 p.m. Friday.
Fog Gives Way To Dangerous Heat
Patchy fog should lift by about 9 a.m., followed by mostly sunny skies and light west winds of 0 to 6 mph. According to the National Weather Service, afternoon heat indices will be around 100 degrees for most areas along and south of Interstate 70, with hot temperatures and high humidity raising the risk of heat illness.
Friday night will stay mostly clear with a low near 74, though a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives after 5 a.m. Saturday. Anyone spending time outside should take frequent breaks, drink plenty of fluids and avoid the hottest part of the afternoon.
Storms Could Complicate Saturday Plans
Saturday will remain hot, with a high near 93 and a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some storms could be strong and bring locally heavy rain, but the exact timing and location remain uncertain. Saturday night should turn partly cloudy, with a low around 68.
Cooler Sunday Then Heat Returns
Sunday offers a brief break with mostly sunny skies and a high near 85, followed by a mostly sunny Labor Day Monday near 86. Temperatures climb again next week. Storm chances later next week are not specified here.
Cincinnati Cooling Options
Cincinnati Recreation Commission facilities are identified as cooling centers on the City of Cincinnati page. Residents are also encouraged to stay in air conditioning when possible and check on relatives, neighbors and anyone especially vulnerable to extreme heat.
