Wayne County Braces for Colder, Cloudier Friday

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The weather forecast for Wayne County, Ohio on Friday, March 27, 2026 calls for mostly cloudy skies and much colder temperatures compared to the seasonal average. Forecasters are predicting a high of 41 degrees that will feel more like 38 due to the 11.5 mph northerly winds, along with an overnight low of 26 degrees.

Why it matters

While not an extreme weather event, the colder than normal temperatures and cloudy skies will impact daily activities and routines for Wayne County residents. The cooler weather is a notable departure from the record-breaking high of 81 degrees set for this date in 1950.

The details

Throughout the day, wind will be blowing north at 11.5 miles per hour. Historically, this day usually sees around 0.1 inches of precipitation, but the forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies without any rain or snow expected. The forecast high of 41 degrees is well below the 30-year average maximum temperature of 53 degrees for March 27, and the overnight low of 26 is 5 degrees cooler than the established normal of 31 degrees.

• On March 27, 1950, Wayne County saw a record-breaking temperature high of 81 degrees.
• On March 27, 1982, a record low of 14 degrees was set in Wayne County.