Our verdict
The best time to visit Cincinnati is October-November
During the warmer months, temperatures in Cincinnati can rise to a maximum of 32℃ (89℉). The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Cincinnati is around -10℃ (15℉).
The days are longest in Cincinnati in August, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. The wet season in Cincinnati falls around May, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in September instead.
To learn everything you need to know (and none of the stuff you don’t) about when to visit Cincinnati, keep reading below. Plus, you’ll find tools to help you get the best deals on travel and hotels too!
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Cincinnati seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Cincinnati as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Cincinnati is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Cincinnati
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Cincinnati for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Cincinnati climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Cincinnati for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Cincinnati in January
- Average temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average high temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (24℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 18 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Cincinnati in February
- Average temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average low temperature: -3℃ (27℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 58mm (2") over 8 days
- Average snow days: 6 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Cincinnati in March
- Average temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 63mm (2") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Cincinnati in April
- Average temperature: 13℃ (54℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 78mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Cincinnati in May
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 83mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in May, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Cincinnati in June
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 61mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Cincinnati in July
- Average temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 19℃ (66℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in July, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Cincinnati in August
- Average temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in August, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Cincinnati in September
- Average temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Cincinnati in October
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 45mm (2") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Cincinnati in November
- Average temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 9 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Cincinnati in December
- Average temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average high temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
- Average low temperature: -1℃ (30℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 56mm (2") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Cincinnati in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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