Wilmington, Ohio – Low clouds hang close to the ground this morning, softening headlights and dulling sound as fog drifts across Clinton County. Pavement stays damp, and visibility drops at times, especially on rural stretches outside town. A breezy shift follows later today, setting the tone for a fast-changing January Weather pattern that carries into the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service office in Wilmington, patchy fog lingers through mid-morning before southerly winds increase. Gusts may approach 40 mph at times from today into Friday, pushing unseasonably warm air north. Highs surge well above normal, climbing into the upper 50s today and mid-60s Friday, a level more typical of early spring.
Rain chances rise late tonight and continue through Friday and Saturday as a large storm system tracks toward the Great Lakes. Showers may be steady at times, leaving roads slick and visibility reduced during heavier bursts. Drivers on U.S. 68 and nearby county routes should plan extra time, especially during peak travel hours. Keep phones charged and secure loose outdoor items as winds stay gusty.
Colder air presses back in late Saturday night. Light rain could briefly mix with snow before tapering, with little accumulation expected for now. Even so, melting daytime moisture may refreeze after sunset. Black ice can form quickly on bridges and untreated roads as temperatures dip into the 20s.
Conditions quiet Sunday, but the chill settles in early next week. Skies brighten, yet winter regains control, reminding residents that January 2026 still has teeth.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Wilmington, Ohio
- Today: Patchy fog early, mostly cloudy, windy; high near 59
- Friday: Showers likely, breezy; high near 65
- Saturday: Rain, turning cooler late; high near 54
- Sunday: Partly sunny, colder; high near 32
- Monday: Mostly sunny, winter chill; high near 36
