Snow is expected to begin on Sunday afternoon

Everyone, get yourselves together.

Winter Storm Blair is expected to hit the Greater Cincinnati area Sunday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington.

According to the weather service’s forecast from Saturday evening, it will snow in the region, especially after 1 p.m.

Heavy snowfall is expected at times from late Sunday afternoon through Sunday night. A mix of sleet and freezing rain may also impact the region. The snow is expected to end on Monday.

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The National Weather Service is also forecasting wind gusts of up to 30 miles per hour on Monday, according to an agency post on X.

The Greater Cincinnati area is expected to experience scorching temperatures following Winter Storm Blair. On Saturday, the National Weather Service is forecasting wind chills near zero degrees every night from Tuesday through Friday.

The service previously issued a winter storm warning that was set to be in effect from 10 a.m. Sunday through midnight Monday night. The winter storm warning was issued at 3:15 a.m. Saturday for the following counties:

Franklin, Ripley, Dearborn, Ohio and Switzerland in Indiana.
Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties in Kentucky.
Butler, Warren, Clinton, Ross, Hamilton, Clermont, Brown, Highland, Adams, Pike and Scioto counties in Ohio.

The weather service is warning drivers that travel could be very difficult and dangerous conditions could impact Monday morning and evening commutes.

How much snow will there be in Cincinnati?

The weather service’s forecast late Saturday afternoon indicated the region could see snow and sleet accumulations of between 5 and 10 inches Sunday morning through Monday night. Heavy mixed precipitation and ice up to a tenth of an inch are expected.

What will the road conditions be like in Cincinnati?

Roads in Cincinnati are likely to be slippery due to Winter Storm Blair. The National Weather Service urges drivers to drive slowly and be careful. They also advise people to watch their steps on stairs, walkways and driveways as these surfaces could be slippery and increase the risk of falls.

The weather service said if you must travel, you should keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Detailed 7-day weather forecast for Cincinnati

Sunday: Snow, mainly after 1 p.m. The snow can be heavy at times. High near 27. Calm wind blowing east around 6 mph in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

Sunday evening: Snow, freezing rain and sleet. The snow and sleet can be heavy at times. Low around 23. East wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. The chance of precipitation is 100%. New ice accumulation of less than a tenth of an inch possible. New snow and sleet accumulations of 3 to 7 inches possible.

Monday: Snow, mainly before 3 p.m. High near 29. Northeast wind 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Monday evening: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 11. North wind 5 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of around 26°C.

Tuesday evening: Mostly cloudy, with lows around 10.

Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 22.

Wednesday evening: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 4.

Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of around 21°C.

Thursday evening: Partly cloudy, with a low around 7.

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Snow is expected to begin on Sunday afternoon

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