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The best time to visit Cincinnati

Month-by-month climate averages for Cincinnati, OH, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Cincinnati is usually April, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest May rain is behind you.

Cincinnati is warmest in July (highs near 84°F) and coldest in February (lows around 24°F), with roughly 39 inches of precipitation across the year and May the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is April, September and October. Expect overnight frost in January, February and December.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Cincinnati forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Cincinnati weather by month

what to expect in Cincinnati through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Cincinnati's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Cincinnati by season.

Jan
38°
25°
Cold
Feb
45°
24°
Cool
Mar
53°
33°
Cool
Apr
64°
44°
Mild
May
73°
54°
Warm
Wettest
Jun
82°
62°
Warm
Jul
84°
66°
Warm
Aug
84°
65°
Warm
Sep
77°
58°
Warm
Oct
67°
48°
Mild
Nov
52°
36°
Cool
Dec
42°
29°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Cincinnati?
The most comfortable time to visit Cincinnati is usually April, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest May rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Cincinnati?
July is the warmest month in Cincinnati, averaging highs near 84°F.
What is the coldest month in Cincinnati?
February is the coldest month in Cincinnati, with lows around 24°F. Overnight frost is likely in January, February and December.
When is the rainy season in Cincinnati?
The wettest month in Cincinnati is usually May, out of roughly 39 inches of precipitation across the year.

Cincinnati month by month