Ohio Weather Alert: Heavy Rain Sweeps In Today as First Signs of Snow Emerge for Mid-November
COLUMBUS, OH — A stormy Thursday morning is drenching central Ohio as steady rain and gusty winds make for a slow, slippery commute across the state. Drivers along I-70, I-71, and Route 33 are encountering pooling water and reduced visibility, with the National Weather Service in Wilmington warning of slick conditions through late morning.
Strong Gusts and Steady Rain Grip Central Ohio
Forecasters say rain will continue through midday, occasionally heavy, with wind gusts up to 30 mph. Temperatures will hover around 50°F, but the brisk breeze will make it feel more like a mid-November chill. Rain will taper off late this afternoon, giving way to clearer skies and a cooler, calmer evening.
Weekend Forecast: A Brief Autumn Break
By Friday and Saturday, Ohioans can expect partly sunny skies and dry conditions, ideal for Halloween events and leaf cleanup. Daytime highs should reach the mid-50s, while lows dip into the 30s. Sunday will offer another mild and pleasant day before the next round of weather changes arrives early next week.
Early Signs Point to Ohio’s First Snow Mid-November
Meteorologists are already tracking long-range models suggesting the state’s first chance of snow could arrive between November 8 and 21, particularly across northern counties and the I-80 corridor. The incoming cold air mass from the Upper Midwest could trigger the first light flurries or mixed precipitation events of the season. While significant accumulation isn’t expected yet, it signals that winter is fast approaching.
Stay Prepared for Weather Shifts
As the autumn-to-winter transition unfolds, residents are encouraged to stay alert for changing forecasts and prepare their homes and vehicles for colder conditions:
- Check windshield wipers and tire tread before wet or icy conditions hit.
- Clear gutters and outdoor drains to prevent flooding from heavy rain.
- Inspect heating systems ahead of the first hard freeze.
- Keep extra blankets, scrapers, and flashlights in vehicles for emergencies.
Ohio’s late-October rain may be soaking the state now, but all signs point to a cold and possibly snowy November ahead.
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