Visibility could be reduced near the I-70 corridor as Cincinnati starts Veterans Day, but the forecast quickly brightens. Mostly sunny skies should push the city near 67 degrees Wednesday afternoon before rain and colder air move in tonight.
Warm Veterans Day Ends With Evening Rain
Winds will be light and variable through 7 a.m., then southwesterly at 10 to 15 knots during the afternoon as temperatures climb. Clouds should thicken late in the day, with showers becoming more likely after 7 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
Rain is expected Wednesday night and could continue before 3 a.m. Thursday, with an 80% chance of precipitation and roughly a tenth to a quarter-inch of rainfall possible. The forecast does not call for any watches, warnings or advisories in the Cincinnati area.
Thursday Brings A Sharp Cooldown
Thursday will be partly sunny with a high in the 40s and a slight chance of rain after 1 p.m. Northwest winds of 9 to 13 mph could gust as high as 25 mph, making it feel much different from Wednesday's warm afternoon.
The latest outlook is also a more limited rain setup for Thursday than an earlier Hoodline forecast suggested. Friday starts with a slight chance of rain, and forecasters say a few wet snowflakes could mix in before skies turn partly sunny.
Sunny Weekend, Nearly Freezing Nights
Friday's high should reach only 46 degrees, followed by a sunny Saturday near 47 and a sunny Sunday with a high in the 40s. Overnight lows fall to about 31 degrees Friday night and 29 degrees Saturday night, so outdoor plans may be pleasant by afternoon but decidedly cold after sunset.
Monday's high will remain in the 40s, while Tuesday warms to the middle to upper 60s. For commuters and anyone with evening plans, the main trouble spot is Wednesday night into early Thursday, followed by colder, gustier conditions through the end of the week.
