Ohio — Cold air presses down hard across the Miami Valley and Ohio River Valley this morning. Breath hangs in the air, and bare skin stings within minutes as the region sits deep inside a dangerous Arctic blast.
Temperatures hover in the single digits early, but wind chills fall well below zero. In spots near Wilmington and Cincinnati, values briefly dip 10 to 20 degrees below zero. A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through midday Saturday, highlighting the risk of frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Skies stay mostly cloudy today, limiting any solar help. Highs struggle to reach the upper teens. Even light winds amplify the cold, especially in open areas and along hilltops. Dress in layers, cover your face, and limit time outdoors when possible.
Conditions remain harsh Saturday. Sunshine returns, but temperatures only rebound into the upper teens. Wind chills stay near zero during the afternoon and drop again after sunset. Roads remain dry overall, but cold pavement can hide slick patches in shaded areas and on bridges, including along I-71, I-75, and I-74.
Sunday finally brings a modest improvement. Sunshine dominates, and highs climb into the mid-20s. It will still feel wintry, but winds ease, making the cold more manageable for outdoor plans. Sunday night turns colder again, setting up another frosty start Monday.
By Monday, clouds increase with highs near 30 degrees. Melting during the day may refreeze after dark, raising the risk of flash freezing on untreated roads and sidewalks. Use caution during the Monday evening commute.
Meteorologists continue monitoring the broader pattern. With Arctic air entrenched across the Midwest and East, cold mornings remain likely into early February, even as daytime temperatures slowly trend upward.
Five-Day Outlook for Wilmington & Cincinnati, OH
• Today: Mostly cloudy, high near 19
• Saturday: Partly sunny, high near 17
• Sunday: Sunny, high near 24
• Monday: Mostly cloudy, high near 30
• Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 34
