Cincinnati, Ohio – Commuters across Cincinnati should brace for street flooding and hazardous driving conditions on Monday, July 21st, as heavy rainfall moves through the region during the day and evening hours. A Flood Watch remains in effect, and roads like I-71 and I-75 may experience standing water and delays by the afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and storms will intensify after 8 a.m. Monday, with some downpours producing more than an inch of rain. Skies will remain mostly cloudy, with a high near 83°F and calm winds shifting northeast by afternoon. Rain chances hold steady at 60% throughout the day. Overnight, additional rainfall and embedded storms are possible before tapering early Tuesday morning.
Localized flooding is most likely in low-lying areas, underpasses, and poor drainage spots. Officials urge drivers to avoid flooded roads and never attempt to cross water-covered lanes. Make sure cell phones are charged and check local traffic updates if travel is necessary Monday evening.
Conditions will improve by Tuesday, July 22nd, with drier air and mostly sunny skies. Temperatures rebound to a high near 88°F. Wednesday and Thursday stay hot and humid, with highs in the low-to-mid 90s and a daily chance of afternoon thunderstorms.
📆 5-Day Forecast for Cincinnati (July 21–26):
- Monday, July 21: Heavy rain, possible flooding. High: 83°F | Chance of rain: 60%
- Tuesday, July 22: Mostly sunny and warm. High: 88°F | Chance of rain: 20%
- Wednesday, July 23: Sunny and hot. High: 93°F | Chance of rain: 0%
- Thursday, July 24: Chance of afternoon storms. High: 95°F | Chance of rain: 30%
- Friday, July 25: Scattered storms possible. High: 93°F | Chance of rain: 50%
- Saturday, July 26: More thunderstorms expected. High: 92°F | Chance of rain: 50%
Another summer weather alert may be issued by Thursday as heat and storm chances increase heading into the weekend.
