OHIO — Ohio could still see additional measurable snowfall before the arrival of spring, based on the weather patterns observed so far during the 2026 winter season, according to long-term climatology and ongoing conditions monitored by the National Weather Service.
Climatologically, February and early March remain part of Ohio’s core snow season. Historical records show that measurable snow has occurred in all regions of the state well into late winter, and in some years even after meteorological spring begins on March 1. This is especially true in northern and northeastern Ohio, where colder air from the Great Lakes frequently lingers longer than in southern parts of the state.
Weather patterns observed this winter have included repeated intrusions of cold air into the Ohio Valley, along with active storm tracks across the central and eastern United States. When these systems coincide with sufficiently cold surface temperatures, snow remains a possible outcome rather than rain. Even brief warmups during winter do not end the snow season, as colder air masses commonly return behind passing systems.
The National Weather Service has noted that late-season snow events in Ohio are often driven by fast-moving systems or lake-enhanced snow, particularly when cold northwest flow develops behind departing storms. These setups can produce light to moderate accumulations, even as daylight hours increase.
While the frequency of snow typically decreases as spring approaches, measurable snowfall remains a documented and recurring feature of Ohio weather during late winter. As a result, residents should not consider the snow season over based solely on the calendar, as additional accumulations remain meteorologically possible before sustained spring warmth takes hold.
