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Ohio Valley Weather Oct. 31-Nov. 1: Halloween Rain Returns
Wilmington, OH – Residents across the Ohio Valley can expect several more days of mild, dry fall weather before rain chances return Halloween weekend, potentially affecting outdoor celebrations and Su
By Avery Collins · 2026-10-26T01:05:36.448Z
Wilmington, OH – Residents across the Ohio Valley can expect several more days of mild, dry fall weather before rain chances return Halloween weekend, potentially affecting outdoor celebrations and Sunday travel plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio, dry conditions are expected to continue across its forecast region through much of the workweek, with temperatures remaining above typical late October levels before precipitation chances increase Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1.
Warm Temperatures Continue Through Friday Monday through Friday will feature afternoon highs generally in the lower to upper 70s, offering favorable conditions for outdoor activities and Halloween preparations.
Regional temperatures are forecast to reach approximately 72 degrees Monday and Tuesday, 74 Wednesday, 76 Thursday and 77 Friday.
Overnight and early morning temperatures will generally range from the upper 40s into the middle 50s, with some warmer readings later in the week.
Rain chances remain near zero through Wednesday, with only minimal precipitation probabilities Thursday and Friday.
Halloween Weekend Brings Increasing Rain Chances The forecast begins changing Saturday, October 31, when rain probabilities gradually increase throughout the day.
Saturday's high is expected to reach approximately 73 degrees, with precipitation chances generally remaining below 20% during much of the day.
A more noticeable shift arrives Sunday, November 1, when rain chances increase substantially.
National Weather Service projections show precipitation probabilities climbing from approximately 37% early Sunday to around 59%, potentially peaking near 71% later in the day.
Sunday's afternoon high is expected to reach approximately 70 degrees.
What Halloween Plans Could Face Saturday's relatively low rain probabilities suggest many Halloween activities could proceed without significant weather disruptions, although isolated showers remain possible.
Sunday presents the greater potential for wet roads, outdoor event interruptions and changing travel conditions.
The forecast does not currently specify rainfall totals or severe weather threats.
Residents across southwestern Ohio and neighboring portions of the Ohio Valley should monitor updated forecasts as Halloween weekend approaches.