Ohio starts the morning under falling snow, dim skies, and the hush that comes before traffic slows.
Across southwest Ohio, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect as snow spreads through Cincinnati early today. Temperatures sit near 23 degrees, cold enough for steady accumulation on untreated surfaces. Snowflakes thicken after sunrise, quickly covering sidewalks, neighborhood streets, and highway ramps.
The late-morning to early-afternoon window carries the highest impact. Snow falls steadily between midmorning and midafternoon, producing 1 to 2 inches in the metro area. Roads along I-71, I-75, I-74, and I-275 turn slick as traffic increases. Visibility drops during heavier bursts, and braking distances stretch longer than expected.
Winds shift from the south to northwest through the afternoon, with gusts over 20 mph at times. Blowing snow briefly reduces visibility, especially on elevated roadways and bridges. Travel slows further as snow showers linger past midafternoon.
Conditions gradually improve by early evening. Snow tapers to scattered flurries, and clouds begin to thin. Still, cold pavement allows snowmelt to refreeze quickly after sunset. Drivers should watch for flash freezing, particularly on ramps and secondary roads.
Tonight turns sharply colder. Lows fall near 8 degrees, locking in any leftover moisture. Saturday brings sunshine but little warmth, with highs near 22 degrees and wind chills near zero early.
A slow rebound follows. Sunday stays mostly cloudy and cold, then a noticeable warming trend develops early next week. By Monday, highs reach the low 40s, climbing into the 50s by Tuesday, signaling a broader February thaw across the Ohio Valley.
For now, allow extra time today and slow down on snow-covered roads.
How are conditions where you’re driving this morning around Cincinnati?
Five-Day Outlook – Cincinnati, OH
- Today: Snow, 1–2 inches possible. High 36°F
- Saturday: Sunny but cold. High 22°F
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy. High 29°F
- Monday: Partly sunny, milder. High 41°F
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, much warmer. High 52°F
