Ohio – A cold, steel-gray sky hangs over Cincinnati this morning as a stiff breeze ripples across the Ohio River and frost clings to car roofs. The air feels raw, hinting at a quick shift in Winter conditions expected through the weekend—one that could complicate Sunday travel across the region.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures stay in the 30s today, with partly sunny skies giving brief relief before clouds thicken again tonight. Saturday brings a chance of flurries, especially along higher terrain north and east of the city. Pavement may stay mostly wet, but shaded neighborhood roads and overpasses could see early slick spots, especially during the morning hours.
The more impactful change arrives Sunday, when a wintry mix is likely through late morning. Snow should begin first, then transition quickly to rain as highs climb toward the upper 30s. Even though accumulations appear minimal—generally a dusting to under ½ inch—the timing matters. A brief glaze or slushy coating may form before the rain washes it away, especially for commuters using I-71, I-75, and Route 50.
Meteorologists note an early-December Winter Tease pattern developing across the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes. Repeated clipper systems may pass every few days into the second week of December, with models hinting at increased lake-effect activity from Dec. 11–17. That stretch could be more impactful for long-distance holiday travelers.
Plan extra time if heading out Sunday morning. Watch for quick changes in visibility and icy patches before the changeover to rain.
Five-Day Outlook
Today: Partly sunny, high 35.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, low 23.
Saturday: Chance flurries, high 37.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, low 28.
Sunday: Snow → rain, high 38.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 29.
