Ohio Weather Forecast
Ohio weather: 72°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Ohio weather in January
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Climate in Ohio month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33° | 19° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 25° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 37° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 47° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 72° | 54° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 82° | 64° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 68° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 64° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 79° | 60° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 66° | 48° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 37° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 29° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Ohio
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Ohio compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Ohio.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 133 mi | 57°F | +35°F warmer | 44 in |
| Kentucky | 158 mi | 57°F | +35°F warmer | 47 in |
| Pittsburgh | 162 mi | 53°F | 33°F cooler | 49 in |
| Detroit | 164 mi | 52°F | 35°F cooler | 35 in |
| Wayne County | 164 mi | 52°F | 35°F cooler | 35 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ohio?
Ohio is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.9612, -82.9988. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Ohio right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ohio?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Ohio, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ohio in?
Ohio observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 6:48 AM.
How many people live in Ohio?
Ohio has a population of approximately 11.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Ohio?
The closest airports are O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 291 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 304 mi away and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 310 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ohio?
Popular options include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, New River Gorge National Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Indiana Dunes National Park and Grayson Highlands State Park.
What places are in Ohio?
Ohio covers 3 places in this atlas, including Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Cleveland and Hocking Hills State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 6:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
