Wilmington, OH – Ohioans can expect a turbulent weather shift as spring storms move into the Wilmington region Monday afternoon, bringing potential thunderstorms and gusty winds just in time for the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a chance of showers and thunderstorms will begin after 2 p.m. Monday, with breezy conditions and wind gusts reaching up to 30 MPH. Daytime highs will climb to around 71°F, offering warmth before the storms arrive. The gusty southwest wind could impact travel, particularly along I-71 and U.S. Route 68.
Monday night will remain stormy, with scattered showers persisting and temperatures dipping to around 45°F. Rainfall totals are expected to stay under one-tenth of an inch unless heavier storms develop.
Residents should secure loose outdoor items and monitor local alerts, especially as thunderstorm chances increase late Monday. Sensitive plants are no longer at frost risk, with the frost advisory having expired at 9 a.m. Sunday.
Looking ahead, Tuesday brings a slight chance of showers under mostly sunny skies, with a high near 51°F. Winds remain strong, shifting west with gusts up to 37 MPH, making it another blustery day.
Here’s your extended five-day spring forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high of 56°F, low around 36°F
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high of 62°F, slight chance of showers at night
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high 73°F, 40% chance of afternoon showers
- Saturday: Cloudy, high of 66°F, 50% chance of showers
