When Will Cincinnati See Snow? A Look at the 2025-26 Winter Forecast
Although it's still technically fall, residents of Greater Cincinnati are already wondering when the first snowfall of the 2025-26 winter will arrive. Despite recent warm temperatures, predictions are in for a potentially colder than normal winter.
Winter's Arrival and Early Predictions
While winter officially begins with the winter solstice on December 21st, the burning question is when Cincinnati will experience its first snowfall. The Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts a "colder than normal" winter with "above normal" snowfall in the eastern areas and below normal snowfall to the west.
Cincinnati's Snow Forecast: What to Expect
The Farmers' Almanac anticipates that the Ohio Valley, including Cincinnati, could see its first snow as early as November 1st. The region is bracing for a "classic winter wonderland," with a significant cold snap expected in mid-January and continuing cold spells predicted for mid-February.
Regional Snowfall Variations
The Old Farmer's Almanac provides a more detailed regional outlook. It suggests near-to-above normal snowfall on the Ohio Valley's eastern side, encompassing cities like Pittsburgh and Charleston, South Carolina, while the western side, closer to the southern tip of Illinois, may experience below-normal snowfall. The snowiest periods in the Ohio Valley are forecasted for late December, early January, early February, and late February.
Two-Month Outlook for October and November
According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, here’s a glimpse into the weather patterns expected for the remainder of October and November:
| Month | Dates | Forecast |
|---|---|---|
| October | Oct. 1-7 | Isolated showers, then sunny; warm then cooler. |
| October | Oct. 8-11 | Scattered showers, warm. |
| October | Oct. 12-16 | Sunny, cool. |
| October | Oct. 17-26 | Rainy, then sunny; cool. |
| October | Oct. 27-31 | Isolated showers, warmer. |
| November | Nov. 1-5 | Showers, then sunny east; sunny west; warm, then colder. |
| November | Nov. 6-11 | Rain, heavy east; milder, then colder. |
| November | Nov. 12-18 | Sunny, then showers; chilly. |
| November | Nov. 19-24 | Rain, then sunny; warmer. |
| November | Nov. 25-30 | Isolated showers; chilly, then warm. |
The Science Behind the Predictions
The Old Farmer's Almanac, a long-standing weather forecasting source, bases its predictions on a combination of solar patterns, historical weather data, and current solar activity. The almanac employs solar science, climatology, and meteorology to generate its long-range forecasts.
