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Southwest Ohio Weather Nov. 1–2: Rain Chances Reach 40%
CINCINNATI, OH – Residents across Cincinnati, Hamilton County and the surrounding southwest Ohio region can expect a sunny start to the weekend before clouds increase and rain chances return Sunday af
By Marcus Hale · 2026-10-30T09:49:41.953Z
CINCINNATI, OH – Residents across Cincinnati, Hamilton County and the surrounding southwest Ohio region can expect a sunny start to the weekend before clouds increase and rain chances return Sunday afternoon, Nov. 1.
According to the National Weather Service forecast for Cincinnati, temperatures will reach the low 70s Friday, Oct. 30, before settling into the upper 60s over the weekend. Several opportunities for rain are expected through the middle of next week.
Friday, Oct. 30: Sunshine and Mild Temperatures
Friday brings sunny skies and a high near 72 degrees, with calm winds becoming northeast around 5 mph during the morning.
Clouds increase Friday night as temperatures fall to approximately 49 degrees.
Saturday, Oct. 31: Cloudy Halloween Forecast
Halloween will remain mostly cloudy, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 68 degrees.
East winds of 3 to 6 mph are expected, with no precipitation indicated in Saturday's forecast.
Saturday night stays cloudy, with temperatures dropping to around 55 degrees.
Sunday, Nov. 1: Rain Chances Return
Sunday brings a 40% chance of rain, mainly after 2 p.m.
Temperatures will reach approximately 68 degrees under mostly cloudy skies.
The National Weather Service indicates rainfall amounts should remain below one tenth of an inch, although localized totals could vary.
Rain chances continue Sunday night at 40%, mainly before 2 a.m., with lows near 52 degrees.
Monday, Nov. 2: More Showers Possible
Monday remains mostly cloudy, with a 40% chance of rain after 8 a.m. and a high near 68 degrees.
Monday night should be mostly cloudy, with temperatures around 55 degrees.
Tuesday Through Thursday: Another Wet Pattern
Tuesday offers a temporary break, with partly sunny skies and highs near 75 degrees.
Rain chances return Tuesday night at 30%, increasing to 60% Wednesday and Wednesday night.
Residents traveling along Interstate 71, Interstate 75 and Interstate 275 should remain alert for wet pavement during rainy periods.
Motorists and residents planning outdoor activities should monitor updated forecasts as the next round of rain approaches.