Cincinnati, Ohio – Rain and thunderstorms are set to increase across the Ohio Valley this weekend, bringing totals of 0.25 to 0.50 inches for much of the region, with isolated areas seeing over 2 inches. The heaviest rainfall is expected in northern portions of the valley, where slow-moving storms could cause brief street flooding.
According to the National Weather Service Ohio River Forecast Center, Hurricane Erin—now in the Atlantic—will pass off the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic coasts next week. The storm’s position is expected to stall some rainfall in the Ohio Valley, preventing it from fully exiting the region and potentially adding to early-week totals in northern and eastern areas.
Major rivers are forecast to remain within normal flow conditions, but local drainage systems could briefly back up during downpours. Drivers should watch for ponding on rural roads and low-lying underpasses, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Outdoor events may face interruptions due to lightning and brief heavy rain bursts.
The unsettled pattern could linger into midweek, with additional updates likely as Erin’s path becomes clearer.
