Warm Weekend, Rainy Next Week for Dayton

Temperatures to reach 80 on Sunday before daily storm chances return

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:08pm

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The Dayton, Ohio area is in for a pleasantly warm weekend with highs in the 60s on Saturday and near 80 on Sunday. However, the weather pattern will shift next week, bringing a chance of showers and thunderstorms on most days with temperatures in the 70s and 80s.

Why it matters

The upcoming weather pattern will impact outdoor activities, yard work, and other weekend plans for Dayton residents. The transition to a wetter, stormier pattern next week could also affect commutes, events, and agricultural needs in the region.

The details

Saturday will see highs in the mid-60s under partly cloudy skies, while Sunday will be warmer with highs near 80 and more cloud cover. The new work week will start with a chance of showers and storms on Monday, with highs in the mid-70s. Tuesday through Thursday will feature continued chances of showers and thunderstorms, with highs near 80 degrees. Friday is expected to be quieter, with highs in the upper 70s.

  • Tonight, lows will fall to the lower to middle 40s.
  • On Saturday, highs will reach the middle 60s.
  • On Sunday, highs will be in the upper 70s and lower 80s.
  • On Monday, there is a chance of showers with highs in the mid 70s.
  • Tuesday through Thursday will see chances of showers and storms, with highs near 80.

The players

Dayton, Ohio

The city in western Ohio where this weather forecast is focused.

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The takeaway

Dayton residents should enjoy the warm and dry weekend, but be prepared for a transition to a wetter and stormier weather pattern next week that could impact outdoor activities, commutes, and other plans.