Columbus and Cincinnati Brace for Snow Showers and Gusts, Winter Weather Advisory in Effect as Temperatures Drop

Weather patterns for Cincinnati and Columbus have been predicted by the National Weather Service. Their most recent forecast states that an upper-level low would move over the area through Friday before heading out to the East Coast this weekend, coming from the Great Lakes. Numerous disruptions, such as snow and rain showers, strong gusts, and a discernible drop in temperature, are anticipated with this pattern. As high pressure moves in, dry weather is expected over the weekend.

There may be larger snow bands in some places this morning, so residents living along and immediately south of the I-70 corridor should prepare for the first round of snow showers. According to the National Weather Service, “these snow showers will be scattered, but areas under heavier snow showers or bands could have temporary reductions to visibilities.” The snowy mix may persist throughout the early afternoon, and although the major roads are still warm, there may be less visibility, which could make the morning commute challenging.

After that, a more steady snowfall is anticipated for late afternoon and evening, with a focus on northern Kentucky, southwest Ohio, and southeast Indiana. One to two inches may accumulate before tapering off over night. In anticipation of the first substantial snowfall of the season, a winter weather advisory has been issued from 4 PM to 4 AM. As surface temperatures decrease after nightfall, the accompanying dangers highlight the possible effects on roads.

With overnight lows dropping to the mid-20s to about 30, today’s dipping temperatures will only reach highs in the mid-30s northwest to about 40 across the southeast. “Western winds could reach gusts of up to 30 mph today and 25 mph overnight,” according to its assessment. However, things appear to be improving as the temperatures increase back to seasonable levels throughout the weekend.

The aviation industry will also have to deal with difficult weather. This morning’s predicted snow showers call for attention to lower-end MVFR ceilings and transient IFR visibilities. According to the National Weather Service’s aviation forecast, Friday is likely to see strong winds and maybe diminishing visibility into Saturday.

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