CINCINNATI, Ohio – A dense fog start Friday gives way to several crisp, golden days across southwest Ohio, marking one of the most pleasant stretches of October so far. Fall warmth will rebound under clear skies, making this weekend ideal for pumpkin patches, football games, and leaf-peeping drives along I-71 and U.S. 50.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, calm high pressure will anchor over the Ohio Valley through at least Tuesday, keeping skies bright and rain-free. Mornings will start chilly in the 40s, but afternoons will climb into the low to mid-70s. Light winds and dry air will dominate, a welcome change for those planning outdoor events.
Drivers should use caution through early morning hours when fog thickens near rivers and low valleys, especially along I-275 and State Route 32. Visibility may dip below two miles before sunrise but will lift quickly by midmorning.
The fall stretch will also bring excellent viewing for changing maples and oaks across Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont Counties. NWS forecasters note that no frost or freeze is expected through early next week, though cooler air could return by mid-October as stronger fronts drop in from the Great Lakes.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the stable weather pattern — clear skies and low humidity make this one of the best weekends of the fall season for outdoor decorating and yard work ahead of Halloween.
Five-Day Forecast for Cincinnati, OH:
Fri: 71/48 – Sunny; morning fog clears quickly.
Sat: 72/46 – Mostly sunny; calm and pleasant.
Sun: 73/47 – Sunny; light northeast breeze.
Mon: 75/53 – Sunny and mild; perfect for outdoor plans.
Tue: 77/51 – Warm fall sunshine; highs near record territory.
