Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana Brace for Bitter Cold and Snow

National Weather Service issues advisory as multiple winter weather systems approach the region

Feb. 1, 2026 at 7:47am

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Residents across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana are facing a week of frigid temperatures and multiple rounds of snow, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service in Wilmington. The service has issued advisories warning of the potential for light snow, accumulation up to two inches, and single-digit low temperatures with gusty winds as several winter weather systems move through the region.

Why it matters

The impending winter weather could disrupt travel, school, and daily life for millions of people across the tri-state area. Authorities are urging residents to stay informed, prepare for the conditions, and heed any weather advisories or warnings.

The details

The National Weather Service has issued a cold weather advisory that remained in effect until 10 AM EST on Sunday, with the potential for another advisory on Sunday night, especially in central Ohio. A system on Monday is expected to bring light snow, mostly north of Interstate 70, while another on Tuesday is anticipated to focus primarily south of the highway, with up to two inches of accumulation possible around the Ohio River. Later in the week, a clipper system is expected to bring fresh snowfall and a "reinforcing shot of cold air" with single-digit low temperatures and gusty winds.

  • The cold weather advisory was in effect until 10 AM EST on Sunday, February 2, 2026.
  • Another potential advisory is expected on Sunday night, February 2, 2026, especially in central Ohio.
  • A system on Monday, February 3, 2026, is expected to bring light snow, mostly north of Interstate 70.
  • A system on Tuesday, February 4, 2026, is expected to focus primarily south of Interstate 70, with up to two inches of accumulation possible around the Ohio River.
  • A clipper system later in the week is expected to bring fresh snowfall and a "reinforcing shot of cold air" with single-digit low temperatures and gusty winds.

The players

National Weather Service

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What they’re saying

“Frigid temperatures will continue through this weekend and below normal temperatures expected all week.”

— National Weather Service (hoodline.com)

“These types of systems 'often are over performers with snow amounts,' signaling that forecasted figures might be subject to upward revisions depending on the system's exact trajectory.”

— National Weather Service (hoodline.com)

What’s next

The National Weather Service encourages individuals to visit their website for more detailed information and to stay tuned to updates as the winter weather systems approach the region.

The takeaway

The impending winter weather across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana could significantly disrupt daily life for millions of residents, underscoring the importance of staying informed, preparing for the conditions, and heeding any weather advisories or warnings issued by the National Weather Service.