Ohio — A sharp, gray sky hangs low above open fields outside Wilmington this morning, with crisp air and frosty rooftops signaling a quick shift toward a busy early-December weather stretch. Pavement appears dry now, but the cold is firm, and the atmosphere hints at unsettled conditions building toward Sunday’s rain–snow mix.
Residents should prepare for subtle but important changes today. Light winds and partly sunny skies create manageable conditions, yet temperatures remain cold enough for rapid refreezing on shaded roads—especially where frost lingers. Drivers heading along Route 68 or rural connectors should use caution during early errands as the surface remains brittle and sensitive to temperature swings.
Saturday brings a chance of flurries, and clouds thicken through the afternoon. While accumulation stays minimal, any flakes could briefly coat windshields or untreated sidewalks. The bigger weather pivot arrives Sunday, when snow becomes likely before changing to rain by late morning. Even with less than a half-inch of new snow expected, that transition zone can produce slushy patches, reduced visibility, and inconsistent traction on neighborhood streets. Light winds becoming variable may also help pockets of moisture linger on elevated surfaces.
By Sunday night, colder air returns with a slight chance of lingering snow. Monday turns mostly sunny but cool, followed by a developing wet pattern midweek. Models now hint at a more active corridor across the lower Great Lakes between Dec. 11–17, raising the possibility of additional rain–snow episodes as holiday travel ramps up.
Plan extra time if traveling Sunday. Keep gloves and ice scrapers handy, and monitor changing conditions through the morning transition.
Five-Day Outlook
Today: Partly sunny, high 32.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, low 21.
Saturday: Flurries possible, high 34.
Sunday: Snow then rain, high 38.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 28.
