Wilmington, OH – A bitter cold snap is set to grip Ohio this week, bringing subzero wind chills and chances for snow through Thursday. Residents should prepare for hazardous travel conditions and dangerously low temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington, snow showers are possible Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, with 1 to 3 inches of accumulation expected. Winds between 10 to 15 mph will push wind chills below zero, making for dangerously cold mornings. Slick roads could create hazardous conditions, particularly for the morning commute.
Tuesday will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 20°F and wind chills as low as -1°F. Snow is most likely Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Wednesday’s high will hover around 20°F before another round of snow showers moves in Wednesday night. By Thursday, skies will clear slightly, but temperatures will remain frigid, with lows around 10°F.
Drivers should use caution on untreated roads, and residents should bundle up against the cold. Stay tuned for updates as conditions evolve.
