Winter Weather Advisory Hits Central Ohio Starting Saturday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for central Ohio, beginning Saturday morning. This advisory will remain in effect until Sunday morning. Several counties are under alert, including:
- Delaware
- Miami
- Champaign
- Clark
- Madison
- Franklin
- Preble
- Montgomery
- Greene
- Butler
- Warren
The advisory kicks off at 7 a.m. on Saturday and continues until 9 a.m. on Sunday. Weather forecasts predict cold conditions, with low temperatures dropping into the low 20s. Wind chills may feel as cold as the mid-teens overnight.
Forecast Overview
Weather patterns are expected to impact the region significantly:
Friday to Sunday
- Friday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of light snow flurries. High of 34°F.
- Friday Night: Partly cloudy and calm, low of 22°F.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy with afternoon snow showers, high of 36°F.
- Sunday: Morning wintry mix transitioning to rain, high of 39°F.
Next Week’s Weather
Following this advisory, more wintery weather is expected. Monday will begin cloudy with a slight chance of snow late in the day, carrying a high of 33°F. On Tuesday, continued cloudiness and snow showers are likely, with highs around 34°F. By Thursday, light snow may return, keeping temperatures near 35°F.
Driving Conditions and Safety
Travelers should exercise caution due to icy roadways as temperatures remain below freezing overnight. A total of 1-4 inches of snow is anticipated from the advisory, followed by rain that may create slush on roads.
Snow accumulation will transition to rain between 4 a.m. and 9 a.m. on Sunday. As motorists navigate through these conditions, slow driving is highly recommended.
Residents are advised to stay tuned for updates on potential wintry weather systems affecting the area into next weekend.
