Ohio – Light flakes thicken into steady snow as daylight spreads across southwest Ohio, muting traffic sounds and coating pavement before many errands begin. Slushy lanes and reduced visibility are already shaping a slow, cautious morning, with conditions expected to worsen before improving later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from early morning through late evening. Snow totals between 1 and 3 inches are expected across central and southwest Ohio, southeast Indiana, and parts of northern Kentucky. Snow intensity increases after midmorning, then tapers later this evening as colder air settles in.
In Wilmington, snow-covered side streets and wet main roads are creating uneven driving conditions. Routes tied to I-71 and U.S. 68 may see brief slowdowns as snowfall peaks. Ohio DOT crews are treating primary highways, though untreated roads may remain slick through the evening commute. To be fair, melting during the day may hide trouble spots that refreeze quickly after sunset.
Temperatures hover near freezing this afternoon before dropping into the teens tonight. That sets the stage for flash freezing where snow melts and refreezes, especially on bridges, ramps, and shaded roads. Drivers are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and plan extra time.
Looking ahead, calmer but colder air settles in midweek. Sunshine returns Wednesday, though bitter mornings persist. Another light snow chance arrives late Thursday into Friday, keeping winter routines firmly in place before a brighter weekend trend emerges.
Five Day Outlook for Wilmington, Ohio
- Today: Snow likely, high near 31°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 22°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 24°F
- Friday: Chance of snow, high near 36°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 23°F
