Honestly, if you're standing outside in Piqua right now, you already know the vibe. It’s cold. Like, really cold.
Today, Sunday, January 18, 2026, the temperature in Piqua is sitting at exactly 22°F. But that number is a bit of a liar. Thanks to an 11 mph wind coming in from the southwest, the "feels like" temperature is actually a biting 10°F. You’ve basically got to dress like you're heading to the tundra just to grab the mail.
The sky is mostly cloudy, which is pretty much the standard uniform for January in the Miami Valley. There's a 10% chance of snow during the day, which usually just means a few stray flakes that don't really do much. But don't get too comfortable. Tonight, things shift a bit. The low is dropping down to 10°F, and those "cloudy" skies turn into actual snow showers with a 25% chance of accumulation.
The January Thaw is a Myth This Year
Most people in Piqua wait for that legendary "January Thaw." You know, that one week where it hits 45 degrees and everyone washes their car? Yeah, that’s not really happening this week. We’re deep in the freezer.
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The humidity is hovering around 56% to 57%, so the air doesn't feel quite as bone-dry as it sometimes does in mid-winter, but it’s still enough to make your knuckles crack if you forget the lotion.
Looking at the data from the first card, the wind is staying consistent at 11 mph from the southwest. It’s not a gale, but it’s enough to cut right through a light jacket.
What’s Actually Happening with the Snow?
People always ask if it’s "really" going to snow or if it’s just "Ohio snowing"—where it looks pretty for ten minutes and then disappears.
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- Daytime: Cloudy, 22°F, barely a 10% chance of flakes.
- Nighttime: Dropping to 10°F, snow showers are more likely at 25%.
If you’re driving on I-75 tonight or early tomorrow morning, watch out for those slick spots. Even a 25% chance of snow at 10°F means whatever hits the pavement is going to stick and freeze instantly. There’s no melting happening at these temperatures.
Survival Mode in the 45356
Piqua weather is weird because we’re tucked into that valley. Sometimes the wind just whistles through.
Experts from the State Climate Office of Ohio often note that these persistent cold snaps are part of a larger trend of "active" winters we've been seeing. Earlier this month, we even had a snow squall that basically turned the town into a snow globe for a few minutes.
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If you're planning your week, don't expect a heatwave. The UV index is currently at 0, and even at its peak today, it only hits 1. You won't be getting a tan, but you might be getting a chill.
Basically, keep the heavy coat by the door. The southwest wind isn't bringing any tropical air with it this time. It's just more of the same Ohio winter.
Actionable Steps for Piqua Residents
- Check your tire pressure. These 10°F lows will make your "low pressure" light pop on faster than you can find a gas station with an air pump.
- Watch the overnight snow. With a 25% chance of snow showers tonight and a low of 10°F, tomorrow morning's commute could be deceptively greasy.
- Layer up for the wind. An 11 mph wind at 22°F creates a wind chill of 10°F. A windbreaker over a hoodie isn't going to cut it today.