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Ohio Valley Weather Alert: 55° to 29° Cold Snap, Nov. 12-16
Ohio — Rain darkened pavement, gusty northwest winds and a sharp temperature drop are setting up a colder stretch across the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Temperatures could fall from 55 degrees Thurs
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-11-12T10:37:34.288Z
Ohio — Rain darkened pavement, gusty northwest winds and a sharp temperature drop are setting up a colder stretch across the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Temperatures could fall from 55 degrees Thursday to 29 degrees by early Tuesday, bringing repeated freezing nights across southwest Ohio.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Cincinnati faces a 30% chance of rain Thursday, mainly after 5 p.m. Northwest winds could gust as high as 26 mph.
The bigger change arrives Friday, when temperatures struggle to reach the mid 40s before falling near freezing.
Rain Arrives Before Temperatures Drop Thursday afternoon brings mostly cloudy skies and temperatures reaching approximately 55 degrees.
Rain chances increase Thursday evening, with a 50% precipitation probability before 4 a.m. Friday.
Northwest winds around 6 to 9 mph accompany falling temperatures, with lows near 39 degrees.
Friday, November 13, brings a 30% chance of rain, mainly before 7 a.m.
Cloudy skies should persist, with temperatures reaching only 46 degrees.
For drivers traveling Interstate 71, Interstate 75 and Interstate 275, wet pavement could affect travel during periods of rain.
Allow extra stopping distance where roads remain wet.
Weekend Brings Freezing Temperatures Friday night marks the beginning of a colder stretch.
Temperatures fall near 30 degrees, creating conditions favorable for frost and freezing on exposed surfaces.
Saturday, November 14, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 47 degrees.
However, Saturday night temperatures return to approximately 30 degrees.
The colder conditions could affect sensitive plants, outdoor water sources and any lingering moisture on untreated surfaces.
Residents should check outdoor faucets and prepare for chilly morning activities.
Sunday and Monday Bring Gradual Improvement Sunday, November 15, offers another mostly sunny day, with temperatures reaching approximately 49 degrees.
Sunday night remains cold, with lows near 31 degrees.
Monday brings additional sunshine and a high around 51 degrees.
However, temperatures could fall to 29 degrees Monday night.
That represents a 26 degree difference from Thursday's expected daytime high.
The repeated freezing nights may be more noticeable than the relatively mild afternoons.
Could Snow Arrive Before Thanksgiving? The NOAA Weather Prediction Center reports that polar air is spreading across the eastern United States.
Some regions face accumulating snow, particularly higher elevations of the Northeast and portions of the Great Lakes.
For Cincinnati, the supplied local forecast does not indicate snow through Wednesday.
The primary concerns remain Thursday's rain, Friday's cooler conditions and several freezing nights.
Residents should continue monitoring updated forecasts as Thanksgiving approaches, but no local snowstorm is currently established.