Wilmington, Ohio – A warm and dry start to the week will give way to a more unsettled pattern across the Ohio Valley, with showers and thunderstorms expected to move in by Wednesday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio, temperatures will climb well above seasonal averages, peaking near 85°F on Wednesday. While Monday and Tuesday remain sunny with virtually zero precipitation chances, rain chances begin increasing late Wednesday—reaching 64% by Thursday morning—as a frontal boundary stalls over the region.
Cities like Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati can expect warm afternoons in the upper 70s to mid-80s through midweek. The dry spell will end as moisture builds ahead of the front, with scattered storms likely Thursday through Saturday. Some areas could experience heavy downpours and brief localized flooding.
Residents should prepare for changing outdoor plans, particularly late this week. Keep devices charged in case of isolated power outages and monitor for possible flood advisories. Commuters may also face slick road conditions during evening rush hours.
Rain chances begin to taper Saturday, but the pattern remains active. More updates are expected as the front lingers into the weekend.
