Current Forecast: 8pm on Friday, June 26th 2026

Forecast Discussion

Athens County and much of Southeast Ohio is currently under a flood watch through Saturday evening. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected to bring a total of 0.75″ to 1.00″ of rain to the region, and the resulting runoff could result in flood and flash flood warnings. Remain weather aware, have a way to receive warnings and remember: turn around don’t drown if you encounter flooded roadways or sidewalks!

A storm system associated with a cold front continues to move through the region, bringing multiple rounds of showers and a few rumbles of thunder. Some of these storms could bring heavy rain to the area, increasing the risk for flooding. Storms finally begin to taper off through Saturday night before Sunday starts a streak of sunnier weather. Looking ahead, next week is anticipated to be hot and muggy, and there could potentially be a significant heat risk. Stay tuned for updated as more details emerge about the forecasted heat for next week.

Detailed Forecast

Tonight it will be cloudy with an 80% chance of rain showers. Winds calm. Low 66°F

Saturday it will be cloudy with a 90% chance of rain. Winds at 0 to 5 mph. High 78°F

Saturday Night it will be mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of scattered rain showers. Winds calm. Low 66°F

Sunday it will be mostly sunny with no precipitation. Winds calm. High 84°F

Extended Forecast

Monday it will be sunny with no precipitation. High near 89°F with a low near 71°F

Tuesday it will be sunny with no precipitation. High near 93°F with a low near 75°F

Wednesday it will be sunny with no precipitation. High near 95°F with a low near 76°F