Ohio starts the morning under a low gray ceiling, with headlights glowing through fog and damp pavement reflecting brake lights. Conditions feel calm, but changes are lining up fast.
Across the Wilmington area, patchy fog may linger through the morning and into early afternoon. Visibility could briefly drop near one mile, especially on rural roads and low-lying areas. Drivers on Route 68, Route 73, and I-71 should slow down and allow extra space. Wet pavement and fog can hide sudden stops.
As the day progresses, fog gradually lifts. Clouds remain thick, and temperatures climb into the lower 60s, unusually mild for late December. Roads improve, but damp surfaces may persist into evening.
Saturday brings a quieter stretch. Skies stay mostly cloudy, with highs near the lower 50s. Travel conditions remain favorable for most of the day. For now, winter hazards stay limited, though gray skies keep visibility flat.
Sunday shifts the pattern again. Showers spread in by afternoon, and rain becomes more widespread into evening. Gusty winds develop Sunday night, with wind gusts approaching 40 mph possible. Loose decorations, trash bins, and holiday inflatables may need securing. Drivers of high-profile vehicles should prepare for crosswinds on open highways.
By late Sunday night into Monday, colder air pushes in behind the rain. Temperatures fall into the 30s, opening the door to a rain-to-snow mix early Monday. Any leftover moisture could freeze, creating slick spots during the morning commute.
Looking ahead to New Year’s week, temperatures trend colder across southern Ohio. While widespread snow is not guaranteed, brief wintry precipitation remains possible as 2026 approaches.
Plan ahead if traveling. Watch for fog early, wind late Sunday, and freezing risks early next week.
Are you traveling this weekend or into New Year’s? What are conditions like near you?
Five-Day Outlook for Wilmington, Ohio
- Today: Morning fog, cloudy, high near 62
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, calmer, high near 51
- Sunday: Showers and wind, high near 65
- Monday: Breezy, chance rain/snow early, high near 37
- Tuesday: Colder, mostly sunny, high near 29
