CINCINNATI, Ohio – A thin mist hangs under the city’s streetlights this morning, with damp air clinging to sidewalks and a cold front pushing east. The mild start near 50°F won’t last long—temperatures will tumble sharply as rain transitions to wet snow from Indiana into southwest Ohio by Monday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a narrow band of rain and snow will sweep through the Ohio–Indiana–Kentucky Tri-State region late tonight into Monday. Light snow accumulations, mainly on grassy areas and elevated surfaces, are possible—especially north and west of Cincinnati. While totals stay under an inch, the quick drop in temperatures may create slick patches for morning commuters along I-71 and I-75.
Drivers heading toward Dayton or Covington should be alert for sudden changes in visibility and wet-to-icy pavement early Monday. Winds will shift northwest and gust near 20 mph, pulling wind chills into the 20s by sunrise. It’s a brief Winter Tease, a reminder that the season’s first real chill has arrived.
By Veterans Day, skies will clear and sunshine returns, though highs remain in the low 40s—crisp but comfortable for outdoor ceremonies. Milder weather builds midweek, with highs climbing into the upper 50s and even 60s by Friday. For now, it’s a cold start to the week, with the first hint of November snow signaling winter’s slow approach across the Ohio Valley.
Five-Day Outlook for Cincinnati, OH:
Mon: 36/23 – Rain changing to snow; breezy and cold.
Tue (Veterans Day): 42/37 – Partly sunny; brisk air lingers.
Wed: 57/34 – Sunny and pleasant.
Thu: 63/37 – Mild and bright; great for outdoor projects.
Fri: 64/44 – Warm finish; next cold front watching late week.
