Light snow begins to coat rooftops and overpasses across Cincinnati this morning, turning wet pavement slick in spots. Temperatures hover near 30 degrees under overcast skies. Roads look mainly clear, but conditions can change quickly as snow showers move through.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, snow will spread across southwest Ohio and northern Kentucky through today, tapering early Monday. Most communities, including Cincinnati, can expect 1 to 2 inches of accumulation. Locally higher amounts are possible in heavier bands this afternoon into evening. Northwest winds may gust up to 30 mph, creating brief reductions in visibility.
Drivers along I-75, I-71 and I-275 should prepare for slushy stretches and slick bridges. As temperatures dip into the mid-20s tonight, any untreated moisture may refreeze. Flash freezing becomes more likely after sunset, especially on elevated roadways and ramps.
Monday stays mostly cloudy with a high near 34. A slight chance of snow showers lingers early. By Tuesday, February 24, skies turn partly sunny and temperatures rebound to 42 degrees. That warming trend accelerates midweek, with highs soaring to 53 Wednesday under mostly sunny skies.
Rain chances increase Wednesday night into Thursday, when highs near 49 could produce a steady, chilly rain. No major winter storm is expected locally, but snow today may briefly impact the Monday morning commute.
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook favors above-normal temperatures. Early spring vibes could take hold by next weekend, with highs pushing toward 60 degrees.
Five Day Outlook for Cincinnati, Ohio:
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 34. Low 20 Monday night.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 42. Low 36 Tuesday night.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 53. Low 37 Wednesday night with chance of rain.
Thursday: Rain likely, high 49. Low 28 Thursday night.
Friday: Sunny, high 52. Low 34 Friday night.
