Snow, Bitter Cold Grip Dayton Area This Weekend

Below-zero wind chills expected Saturday morning after Friday snow accumulation

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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A winter storm system will bring accumulating snow to the Dayton, Ohio area on Friday, followed by dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills below zero on Saturday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory and a Cold Weather Advisory for the region.

Why it matters

Significant snowfall and extreme cold can create hazardous travel conditions, increase the risk of power outages, and pose health threats to vulnerable populations. The Dayton area has seen several winter storms already this season, and this latest system could be the most impactful so far.

The details

The snow is expected to start in northern parts of the Miami Valley around 7 AM on Friday and spread southward throughout the morning. By 9 AM, widespread snow is anticipated across the region. Total snow accumulation is forecast to be between 1-3 inches. Breezy conditions Friday afternoon and evening will contribute to slick roads, especially on bridges and overpasses.

  • Snow showers move into northern parts of the Miami Valley around 7 AM on Friday.
  • Snow will be widespread across the region by 9 AM on Friday.
  • Snow will move out of the area by early Friday afternoon.
  • Temperatures will drop into the single digits by early Saturday morning.
  • Wind chills are expected to be between 5 to 15 below zero on Saturday morning.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency that issued the Winter Weather Advisory and Cold Weather Advisory for the Dayton area.

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What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the storm system and provide updates on snowfall totals and the timing of the extreme cold temperatures.

The takeaway

Residents of the Dayton area should prepare for hazardous winter weather conditions over the next 24-48 hours, including the potential for slick roads, power outages, and dangerously cold wind chills. It's important to take appropriate safety precautions and monitor local weather forecasts.