Cincinnati, OH – A prolonged stretch of below-normal temperatures will grip Ohio through the end of March, with only a few areas near the Ohio River seeing a chance for above-average highs this weekend.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington, OH, late March typically brings highs in the mid-50s, but much of the state will remain colder than usual through Saturday, March 29. The forecast indicates nearly a zero percent chance of above-normal temperatures in cities like Columbus, Dayton, and Celina for most of the upcoming week.
However, locations closer to the Ohio River, including Cincinnati, Maysville, and Portsmouth, have a better chance of warming slightly above normal by the weekend. Portsmouth, for example, has a 75% chance of above-average temperatures by Sunday, March 23, rising to 95% by Saturday, March 29. Cincinnati follows a similar trend, with a 60% chance by Sunday and 95% by the end of the period.
Residents should prepare for lingering chilly conditions, with limited warming in central and northern Ohio. Those in southern areas may experience brief periods of relief as temperatures inch above seasonal norms later in the week. The NWS advises staying updated with forecasts as conditions evolve.
