Sunday update: What time is the snowstorm expected to start in Cincinnati. What to know

Bundle up, everybody.

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

The region will see snow mainly after 1 p.m., according to the weather service’s forecast issued on Saturday evening.

Heavy snow 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 stop Monday.

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The National Weather Service also forecasts wind gusts of up to 30 mph on Monday, according to a post from the agency on X.

Following Winter Storm Blair, blistering temperatures are expected to affect Greater Cincinnati. On Saturday, the National Weather Service forecast wind chills near zero degrees for each night Tuesday through Friday.

The service previously issued a Winter Storm Warning to be in effect from Sunday at 10 a.m. to 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 counties 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 may be very difficult and hazardous conditions may impact Monday morning and evening commutes.

How much snow is Cincinnati going to get?

The weather service’s forecast from late Saturday afternoon indicated the region may receive snow and sleet accumulations between 5 and 10 inches from Sunday morning to Monday night. Heavy mixed precipitation is expected, as well as ice up to a tenth of an inch.

What will the road conditions in Cincinnati be like?

Roads will likely be slippery in Cincinnati due to Winter Storm Blair. The National Weather Service is encouraging drivers to drive slowly and use caution. They also advise people to watch their steps on stairs, sidewalks and driveways, as these surfaces could be slippery and increase one’s risk of falling.

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

Detailed 7-day Cincinnati weather forecast

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

Sunday night: Snow, freezing rain, and sleet. The snow and sleet could be heavy at times. Low around 23. East wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New ice accumulation of less than a tenth of an inch possible. New snow and sleet accumulation 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. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Monday Night: 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 near 26.

Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 10.

Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 22.

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

Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 21.

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

Friday: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 28. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Friday Night: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high near 28.

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