WILMINGTON, Ohio – The damp hum of rain on rooftops early Friday signals a changing season across southwest Ohio, where mild, gusty air is giving way to an early taste of winter. What begins as steady rain will gradually evolve into a colder, breezier weekend, capped by a possible rain-to-snow changeover late Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, strong southerly winds will pull mild air into the region before a cold front pushes through, dropping temperatures sharply by Sunday evening. Rain showers will remain the main story through Saturday, but colder air sweeping south from Michigan and Indiana could turn lingering moisture into light snow late Sunday into Monday morning. The best chance for a brief slushy mix lies along and north of I-71, from Wilmington to Washington Court House.
Winds will turn brisk from the northwest Sunday night, gusting near 25 mph and making the 20s feel even colder. Little to no accumulation is expected, but any quick bursts could cause slick spots during late-evening commutes or early school travel Monday.
By Veterans Day, the region clears under a chilly blue sky with highs near 40°F—ideal for outdoor ceremonies but a reminder that November’s colder side has arrived. Residents should secure outdoor items, check heating systems, and plan for brisk mornings next week as the first widespread frost threat looms.
The broader pattern looks to stay active midmonth, hinting at more rain-to-snow events before Thanksgiving. After all, November’s flip from mild to wintry has officially begun in southern Ohio.
Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, OH:
Fri: 61/41 – Breezy, rain likely; heavier at times.
Sat: 60/41 – Cloudy; light rain returns late.
Sun: 48/25 – Rain turning to snow; colder, breezy.
Mon: 35/22 – Chance snow early; partly cloudy, brisk.
Tue: 41/24 – Mostly sunny; cold morning, calmer winds.
