Ohio – Frost clings to windshields, breath hangs in the air, and light snow drifts across fields near daybreak as winter tightens its grip across southwest Ohio. Roads around Wilmington feel slick early, with temperatures stalled near 11 degrees and little margin for melting after sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service, snow showers are likely through late morning, with about a 70% chance of precipitation and a high near 24 degrees. Any snow that falls may melt briefly, then refreeze as clouds thin and cold pavement lingers, creating a flash-freeze risk by midday.
Across Clinton County, untreated roads, parking lots, and rural routes remain the biggest concern. U.S. Route 68 and State Route 73 may develop icy patches, especially on bridges and shaded stretches. Drivers should slow down, increase following distance, and allow extra time through the morning commute.
Cold remains the dominant theme today, though winds stay relatively light. Skies turn brighter later, but the air stays biting. Tonight brings partly cloudy conditions and lows near 10 degrees, allowing any leftover moisture to freeze solid.
Relief starts edging in early this week. Monday turns mostly sunny with highs climbing into the mid-30s. By Tuesday, temperatures jump into the low 40s, though a slight chance of light snow lingers early Tuesday morning as a weak system passes nearby.
Midweek stays seasonably cold, with highs in the mid-30s Wednesday and low 30s Thursday. Looking into the 6–10 day window, a broader warming trend builds, signaling a late-week thaw and hints of early spring across the Ohio Valley.
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Five-Day Weather Outlook for Wilmington, Ohio
Sunday: Snow showers early, then brighter skies. High 24°F.
Monday: Mostly sunny. High 34°F.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, slight early snow chance. High 43°F.
Wednesday: Partly sunny. High 35°F.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy. High 32°F.
