WILMINGTON, Ohio — The quiet hum of early-morning calm stretches across southern Ohio, the air crisp and still under a clear November sky. That peace won’t last long. A warm, sunny stretch Friday will quickly give way to a damp, breezy weekend as rain moves in and cooler air settles behind it.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Friday will be mostly sunny and pleasant with highs near 57°F — ideal for last-minute outdoor projects or evening plans. Winds will remain light through midday before turning southerly ahead of an approaching system. By late Friday night, clouds thicken and rain chances build, especially west of I-71 and north toward Dayton.
Saturday will feature a brief window of late-fall warmth, with highs near 66°F, before scattered showers expand through the afternoon. Rain becomes more likely Saturday night, bringing slick roads and reduced visibility across Clinton, Greene, and Fayette counties. Gusts up to 20 mph could make it feel noticeably cooler by Sunday morning.
Sunday’s chill sets a new tone — drier air returns, but highs only reach the lower 50s under partly sunny skies. Morning frost is possible in rural areas by Monday as lows dip near 30°F.
Looking ahead, more rain chances appear early next week, with highs hovering in the low to mid-50s. For now, enjoy the sunshine while it lasts — a gray, November weekend is waiting just beyond the horizon.
Five-Day Outlook for Wilmington, OH:
Fri: 57/47 – Mostly sunny; mild breeze.
Sat: 66/43 – Breezy; rain late.
Sun: 52/30 – Sunny; cooler and crisp.
Mon: 51/35 – Sunny; frost risk early.
Tue: 52/39 – Cloudy; scattered rain chances.
