Cincinnati, Ohio – Dense fog slowed the Friday morning commute across the Cincinnati metro, with drivers along I-71, I-75, and I-275 facing near-zero visibility in spots. The National Weather Service in Wilmington reported visibility as low as a quarter-mile at Lunken Airport around sunrise, urging caution for early travelers.
According to the NWS, the fog will lift by mid-morning, giving way to another unseasonably warm October day with highs reaching the mid-80s. Skies remain mostly sunny through the weekend, with only light winds expected. The warm stretch continues into Monday, keeping daily highs in the low to mid-80s—roughly 15 degrees above average for early October.
Patchy morning fog may redevelop both Saturday and Sunday mornings, especially in river valleys and low-lying areas. “Drivers should allow extra travel time and keep headlights on low beam when fog reduces visibility,” NWS forecasters advised.
By Tuesday, a cold front pushes into southwest Ohio, bringing the first widespread chance of showers in nearly a week. Rainfall chances are currently pegged at 50 percent, with cooler air to follow by midweek.
Local agencies are reminding residents to use caution in fog, protect sensitive outdoor plants from rapid temperature swings, and stay prepared for changing driving conditions once rain arrives. With continued warmth and lingering morning fog, commuters and event planners should remain alert through early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Cincinnati, OH:
Fri: 86/60 – Morning fog; mostly sunny and warm.
Sat: 86/56 – Sunny and unseasonably warm.
Sun: 85/59 – Mostly sunny; patchy morning fog possible.
Mon: 85/63 – Partly cloudy, warm; light south wind.
Tue: 79/58 – Showers likely; cooler trend begins.
