Batten down the hatches, Columbus and Cincinnati. It’s going to be icier than your average winter wonderland out there. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) based in Wilmington, the Ohio Valley is in the grip of a cold snap that isn’t showing any sign of letting up until Wednesday. They’re hitting rock bottom to the frigid tune below zero, with wind chill values nosediving to nearly -20°F in some parts. Check out the NWS’s latest Area Forecast Discussion for the full lowdown.
In a forecast with chins and temperatures dropping, the NWS advisory has hinted that Tuesday might feel a smidge “warmer” with slightly higher temps and milder winds, but don’t be fooled. It will still be bitterly cold. While a Cold Weather Advisory remains steadfast through Wednesday morning, there’s word that temps might not quite hit the criteria for a warning, at least in some areas.
But don’t expect to ditch those layers yet. The NWS warns that despite the slightly “warmer” airs on Tuesday, “it will still be (and feel) quite cold,” so it’s best to stay wrapped up. With this Arctic chokehold clutching at the region, dry conditions will be the one constant until some clouds roll in ahead of another disturbance by Tuesday. This will bring with it a sprinkle of flurries or light snow, though any accumulations are expected to be light…