Wilmington, OH – Unusually warm weather is set to hit the Ohio Valley on Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures expected to approach or even exceed 80 degrees. Residents should prepare for potential record warmth, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). This unseasonably high heat will bring breezy conditions as well, adding to an already remarkable start to Halloween week.
According to NWS Wilmington, the warm spell will peak on Tuesday and Wednesday, when temperatures across the Ohio Valley, including Wilmington, could hit the upper 70s to low 80s. The current forecast predicts a high of 79 degrees on Wednesday, which would be close to record-breaking for this time of year. The NWS has advised residents to postpone outdoor activities that involve dry leaves or other light materials that could be easily dispersed by the wind.
As the week progresses, temperatures will remain mild but start to decline. Thursday will bring rain and strong breezes, ushering in a cold front just in time for Halloween. Here’s a detailed look at the upcoming forecast:
• Sunday: High near 60, sunny and calm.
• Monday: Sunny, high near 70, winds increasing in the afternoon.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 78, with gusts up to 26 mph.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 79.
• Thursday: Rain and breezy, high near 75, with a significant drop in temperatures by night.
