Wilmington, OH – Ohio residents will experience a dramatic and rapid temperature swing this weekend as unseasonably warm conditions Sunday give way to freezing cold air by Monday, according to the National Weather Service.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, temperatures will climb into the upper 60s to near 70 degrees across parts of central and southern Ohio on Sunday ahead of a strong cold front. The warmth will be short-lived.
Forecasters say the cold front will move through Sunday evening, ushering in much colder air overnight. In less than 12 hours, temperatures are expected to drop by 35 to 40 degrees, one of the sharper swings seen this season.
By Monday, high temperatures are forecast to reach only the upper 20s to low 30s, a stark contrast from Sunday’s springlike warmth. The rapid change may catch some residents off guard, especially those traveling or planning outdoor activities.
The quick drop in temperatures could also lead to refreezing concerns, particularly on bridges and elevated roadways if moisture remains after the front passes. Combined with strong winds, conditions Monday may feel even colder due to low wind chills.
Meteorologists urge residents to prepare for the sudden shift, dressing in layers and protecting sensitive outdoor plumbing and pets. Anyone traveling Sunday night into Monday morning should be ready for much colder conditions than earlier in the day.
Temperatures are expected to slowly moderate later in the week, but Monday will mark a sharp return to winterlike conditions.
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