Ohio – Damp air hangs low across southwest Ohio this morning, with mild temperatures and gray skies setting a different tone for the first week of Winter. Pavement stays wet in spots, and the air feels more like early spring than late December.
Today stays mostly cloudy around Wilmington, with highs pushing near 59. A few brief showers may pass through early, though many areas remain dry for stretches. Winds increase slightly by midday, adding a steady breeze that keeps conditions feeling unsettled rather than cold.
Tonight remains mild. Lows settle near 35, limiting any Freeze concerns for now. Roads stay damp, not icy, which is a welcome break for early Christmas Travel. Visibility may dip at times where mist lingers, especially near low-lying areas.
Wednesday brings a brief break. Sunshine mixes in, and temperatures still climb into the low 50s. According to the National Weather Service, the next weather system organizes late, setting the stage for a wetter pattern heading into Christmas.
Rain chances rise Wednesday night and linger into Christmas Day. While rainfall totals stay light, steady showers could slow travel at times, especially on Route 68 and U.S. 42. Highs surge near 60, keeping Winter Weather concerns minimal but increasing splash-and-spray conditions.
Thursday night turns wetter. Rain becomes more likely and continues into Friday morning. Roads could stay slick through the Friday commute as temperatures hold near 48 overnight. By Friday afternoon, highs reach the mid-60s, but rain remains likely, impacting post-Christmas travel plans.
This warm stretch does not last. Colder air arrives this weekend, drying conditions but signaling a sharper temperature drop. Any lingering moisture may refreeze late as Winter regains control.
Plan extra travel time Friday. Watch for reduced visibility in rain. Are you traveling for the holidays? Tell us how conditions look where you are.
Five Day Outlook – Wilmington, Ohio
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. High near 59.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny. High near 51.
- Thursday (Christmas Day): Chance of rain. High near 60.
- Friday: Rain likely. High near 64.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy. High near 66.
