Cincinnati, OH – Fog hangs thick over the Ohio River early Tuesday morning, muting headlights and dampening roads across the Tri-State. But while the start of the week feels calm and mild, changes are brewing for those planning early Veterans Day travel or weekend events.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, temperatures will stay unseasonably warm through Thursday, climbing into the low 80s Tuesday and upper 60s Wednesday under bright, dry skies. Calm south winds will shift by midweek, signaling a pattern change that brings clouds and a 90% chance of rain by Friday. Rain may arrive during the morning commute, making slick pavement likely for drivers across the I-71 and I-75 corridors.
Friday’s rain marks the first real November cooldown for the Ohio–Kentucky border region. Highs drop to the 50s by Saturday, with lingering dampness and breezy air hinting at a more typical late-fall feel. While no snow or frost is expected yet, forecasters say the approaching cold front could open the door for cooler, more unstable patterns heading toward mid-November — just in time to impact early Thanksgiving and holiday travel plans later this month.
For now, residents can enjoy a few more days of sunshine before November’s wetter side takes hold. It’s a good week to finish leaf cleanup, check wipers, and keep an eye on late-week weather alerts — the first stretch of true fall chill is knocking.
