• Ohio Weather March 4 Evening - 39° Above Normal
    Mar 5 2026
    Good evening. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. That damp chill in the air? It's the opening act of a soggy pattern setting up shop right over us. We've already picked up nearly two-tenths of an inch of rain. And the ground is basically a sponge that can't hold another drop. In the next 24 hours. Here's the scene right now. Southwest Ohio is sitting at 59 degrees under a thick blanket of gray. Central Ohio checks in at 53. But slide up I-71 toward the Lake Erie shore. And the thermometer drops to 42 degrees. That's where patchy dense fog is rolling in off the icy water. Tonight, a stationary front draped across the state turns into a conveyor belt for heavy rain. Central and Southwest Ohio will see showers and thunderstorms overnight, with another one to two inches possible. That's on top of already soaked ground. A Flood Watch remains in effect through Thursday afternoon for a large swath of central and southern Ohio. If you live near a creek or low-lying area, keep a close eye on the water levels. Thursday stays wet statewide. Northeast Ohio sees steady rain with highs near 54 degrees. Meanwhile. Central Ohio warms to 66 degrees. Down in Southwest Ohio, you're pushing toward 69 degrees with more rumbles of thunder. Then Friday gets wild. We could challenge records. Southwest Ohio soars to 78 degrees — that's roughly 39 degrees above normal for early March. Central Ohio hits 75 degrees. Even Northeast Ohio gets in on the warmth at 65 degrees. Saturday brings another round of storms as a cold front sweeps through. Behind it, reality returns with temperatures crashing into the 40s Saturday night. Sunday and Monday offer a brief reprieve — mostly sunny skies and highs in the 60s before another system arrives midweek. Tonight's Full Moon rises at sunset, but with this overcast pattern, you probably won't see it. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 4 Midday - 39° Above Normal
    Mar 4 2026
    Good afternoon. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. That quarter-inch of rain overnight was just the opening act. A warm front is lifting north. And it's created a dramatic temperature divide this afternoon. Down in Southwest Ohio, you're sitting at 65 degrees with thunderstorms rumbling through. Central Ohio sits at 57 degrees with rain showers. Head up to Cleveland and Akron. And you're looking at 49 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. In the next 24 hours. Here's the story tonight. That front keeps lifting north. And the rain ramps up significantly. Central Ohio could see one to two inches of rain by Thursday morning. That's prompted a Flood Watch for the Columbus area through Thursday afternoon. Northeast Ohio gets in on the action after 9 P.M., with rain continuing through Thursday. Thursday brings more rain statewide and the beginning of a remarkable warm-up. By Friday. Southwest Ohio could hit 78 degrees. That's near record territory for early March — about 39 degrees above normal. Central Ohio reaches 75 degrees. Even Northeast Ohio climbs to 65. Saturday brings another round of showers and thunderstorms, followed by a cold front that drops temperatures back into the 50s and 60s for Sunday. Monday looks sunny and pleasant before another system arrives midweek. In Two things to watch, flooding potential tonight into Thursday. And that near-record warmth Friday. The spring equinox is just two weeks away, but Friday will feel like it's already arrived. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 4 Morning - 39° Above Normal
    Mar 4 2026
    Good morning. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. That fog outside your window? It's not going anywhere fast. A Dense Fog Advisory covers much of the state until 11 A.M., with visibility down to a quarter mile or less in spots. Take it easy on the roads this morning. In the next 24 hours. Yesterday's rain left the ground saturated. And now we've got more on the way. A Flood Warning is active for Athens. Gallia. Jackson. Meigs. Vinton. And Washington counties until 1:30 P.M. A Flood Watch covers much of southern Ohio through early afternoon. Central Ohio sits at 57 degrees today with light rain and fog. Rain picks up tonight with thunderstorms possible. Thursday brings another soaking — up to an inch of rain with a high of 67 degrees. Northeast Ohio is cooler and foggier. Areas of dense fog linger through late morning. Highs reach just 49 degrees today. Rain moves in tonight and continues Thursday with a high of 58. Down in Southwest Ohio, it's the wettest and warmest. Highs near 63 degrees with rain and thunderstorms. Some spots could see one to two inches today alone. Thursday climbs to 69 with more heavy rain. These temperatures are running 39 degrees to 39 degrees above normal for early March. Enjoy the warmth. But keep the umbrella handy. The five-day outlook stays soggy. Rain chances continue through Saturday with highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s. A cold front Saturday night finally clears us out. Sunday looks dry with highs in the low 60s. Tonight's full moon won't be easy to spot through the clouds. But we're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight each day now. Spring equinox is just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 4 Evening - 35° Above Normal
    Mar 4 2026
    Good evening. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. That steady rain drumming on your roof overnight left about a quarter inch across much of the state. But the bigger story this morning? Dense fog. Visibility has dropped to a quarter mile or less across northern Ohio. A Dense Fog Advisory runs until 11 A.M., so take it slow on that morning commute. In the next 24 hours. Down in Southwest Ohio, the ground is already saturated. A Flood Watch continues through early afternoon from Cincinnati up through Dayton. Some spots have picked up two to three inches of rain. And the Little Miami River near South Lebanon is in flood stage. Here's how today plays out region by region. Central Ohio sits at 44 degrees with rain showers and fog through the morning. Highs climb to 57 with more rain and even a rumble of thunder possible by late afternoon. Tonight, another half to three quarters of an inch falls. Northeast Ohio is cooler at 35 degrees under widespread fog. That fog lingers until around 11 A.M. You'll stay mostly dry today with a high near 49, but rain moves in tonight. Southwest Ohio is getting the heaviest rain. Already at 49 degrees, you'll see another one to two inches possible today with a high near 63. Thunderstorms are in the mix too. Looking ahead, this wet pattern holds through Saturday. But here's the headline: temperatures surge. Friday could hit 76 degrees in Central Ohio and 78 in the Southwest. That's about 35 degrees above normal for early March. A cold front Saturday brings more rain and storms, then Sunday finally clears out with sunshine and highs in the low 60s. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 3 Evening - Flood Warning
    Mar 4 2026
    Good evening. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks, there's a stationary front camped out along the Ohio River Valley right now. It's acting like a conveyor belt, pulling moisture northward that has no business being here in early March. The air is absolutely saturated. And that means rain. A lot of it. In the next 24 hours. Southwest Ohio feels it first. Cincinnati and Dayton, rain rolls in by 8 P.M. and hits its stride around 10 P.M. We're talking one to two inches possible. A Flood Warning is already up for Mill Creek at Evendale through Wednesday afternoon. If you see standing water on the road, turn around. Every single time. Slide up I-71 to Columbus and central Ohio. Rain spreads into your evening with near certainty by 7 P.M. Expect another half to three quarters of an inch. Lows only drop to 44 degrees. That damp, clingy kind of night where your windshield never fully clears. Northeast Ohio, you dodge the worst of it early. Just a slight rain chance around 8 P.M. but patchy fog creeps in overnight as temps settle near 35 degrees. The real rain waits until Wednesday afternoon. Wednesday stays wet everywhere. Columbus reaches 57 degrees. Cincinnati pushes 64. Cleveland lags at 49. Thunderstorms join the party by afternoon. Now the week ahead gets interesting. That front lifts north Wednesday night and warmth pours in behind it. Thursday brings more rain and highs near 70 degrees. Friday. Southwest Ohio could flirt with the upper 70s. In March. Let that sink in. Saturday delivers another round of storms, potentially strong ones, before things finally dry out Sunday with highs settling back into the 60s. Spring equinox is two weeks away, but this week didn't get the memo. Keep those storm drains clear tonight. Leaves and debris cause more flooding than the rain itself. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 3 Evening - 35° Above Normal
    Mar 4 2026
    Good evening. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. That steady drumming on the roof overnight? That was just the opening act. We picked up about a tenth of an inch, but the main feature is rolling in now. And folks, we're looking at a classic Ohio split today. Down in Southwest Ohio, you're waking up to a mild 50 degrees under heavy gray skies. Head up toward Columbus and the thermometer drops to 44. Push further north into Northeast Ohio. And you're sitting at a raw 35 degrees. That damp air cuts right through your jacket. In the next 24 hours. Here's the situation. Rain spreads statewide this evening and really picks up steam after midnight. The southwest gets the worst of it — one to two inches is possible, with rumbles of thunder rolling through around 3 A.M. Central Ohio sees a solid soaking, up to three quarters of an inch. Up north, the totals are lighter, but keep an eye out for patchy fog developing late tonight. It could make for a slick Thursday morning commute. A quick heads-up if you live near Evendale. A Flood Warning is in effect for Mill Creek in Hamilton County. Minor flooding is expected late tonight through Wednesday afternoon. If you usually take Sharon or Mosteller Roads, you might want to find a different way around. Wednesday turns wet and noticeably warmer. The southwest surges toward 64 degrees. Central Ohio hits 57. Even the northeast climbs to 49. But hold onto your hats — the real story is the heat coming later this week. By Friday, southwest Ohio could hit 79 degrees. That's nearly 35 degrees above normal. The trade-off is a wet, stormy pattern hanging around right through the weekend. You won't see much of the full moon tonight with all this cloud cover. Still, we're gaining over two minutes of daylight every day. Spring is just two weeks away. Keep that umbrella within reach. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Take care That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 3 Evening - 35° Above Normal
    Mar 4 2026
    Good evening. Ohio. I'm Aaron Jolly. If you stepped outside today, you probably noticed the squish underfoot. We picked up about a tenth of an inch of rain overnight. And the ground is officially saturated. That sets the stage for a very wet couple of days. In the next 24 hours. In Here's situation, a Flood Watch is in effect for much of the southern half of the state through Wednesday afternoon. We're looking at 1 to 2 inches of rain, with locally higher amounts possible. That much water falling on already soaked ground could lead to rising creeks and poor drainage flooding. Please, if you see a covered road, turn around. Tonight, rain remains widespread. You'll see temperatures hovering in the 40s across Central Ohio. Down in Cincinnati and Dayton, you're warmer, sitting near 50 degrees. Rain continues there, heavy at times, with a chance for thunderstorms. Wednesday brings more of the same. Highs reach the mid-50s in Columbus, while Southern Ohio climbs to the mid-60s. That warm, moist air fuels more showers and storms. The rain finally tapers off late Wednesday night, giving us a brief break on Thursday morning. Thursday and Friday are transition days. We warm up significantly—highs in the upper 60s to near 70. That's about 35 degrees above normal for early March. It feels nice, but it also fuels the next round of strong storms Friday night. Saturday looks stormy again as a cold front sweeps through. Once that passes. Sunday turns breezy and cooler with highs in the low 60s. We dry out nicely for the start of the work week, with sunshine returning Monday. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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  • Ohio Weather March 3 Midday - 35° Above Normal
    Mar 4 2026
    Good afternoon. Ohio. I'm Jack O'Malley. Folks, there's a stationary front parked right along the Ohio River Valley. It's pulling Gulf moisture north like a fire hose. And it's pointed straight at us. Precipitable water values are near record territory for early March. That's the engine behind everything you're seeing today. In the next 24 hours. Southwest Ohio is catching it first. Cincinnati's sitting at 50 degrees with heavy rain already falling. One to two inches possible by morning. A Flood Watch is in effect for southern counties through Wednesday afternoon. If you're near creeks or low spots, you'll want to keep an eye on water levels tonight. Drive up I-71 to Columbus and you're at 44 degrees. Rain is likely through the evening. Lows tonight hold in the mid 40s. That damp chill soaks right through your jacket. Now push northeast toward Cleveland. You're on the cool side of that front at 35 degrees. Patchy fog settles in overnight. Rain catches up to you by morning. Here's what's wild. Lows tonight barely drop. Southwest Ohio stays near 50 degrees. That's more like mid April than early March. Wednesday cranks things up another notch. Highs reach 64 in the southwest, 57 in Columbus, 49 in the northeast. A few thunderstorms are possible, too. Looking ahead. This warm, wet pattern isn't going anywhere. An upper level ridge pushes temperatures 35 degrees to 35 degrees above normal. Thursday brings more rain with highs surging into the 60s and 70s. Friday offers a brief dry window before another system rolls in Friday night. Saturday looks stormy ahead of a cold front. Sunday finally clears the slate. One more bright spot. We're gaining over two minutes of daylight each day now. Sunrise at 7:03 A.M. Sunset at 6:26 P.M. and tonight's full moon might just peek through the clouds between rain bands. Keep those storm drains clear tonight. Seriously. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Take care! That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
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