National Weather ServiceOhioFrost AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Frost Advisories in Ohio
The National Weather Service issued 32 frost advisories for Ohio in 2025 and 27 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 5th most of any state. 2026 through September: 25, 68% above the average of 15 for those months in 2008-2025. Meigs was covered most often (79 times since 2008).
How many frost advisories does Ohio get?
Every frost advisory that covered part of Ohio. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 25 |
| 2025 | 32 |
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2023 | 46 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2013 | 31 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2009 | 26 |
| 2008 | 24 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Ohio get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Ohio?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meigs | 79 | 20 | May 2, 2026 |
| Brown | 78 | 19 | May 3, 2026 |
| Adams | 76 | 15 | May 3, 2026 |
| Clermont | 76 | 16 | May 3, 2026 |
| Hamilton | 76 | 17 | May 3, 2026 |
| Highland | 76 | 17 | May 3, 2026 |
| Washington | 76 | 21 | May 2, 2026 |
| Gallia | 75 | 19 | May 2, 2026 |
| Vinton | 75 | 19 | May 2, 2026 |
| Athens | 74 | 17 | May 2, 2026 |
| Ross | 74 | 18 | May 3, 2026 |
| Jackson | 73 | 19 | May 2, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a frost advisory?
A frost advisory means frost is expected on clear, calm nights during the growing season, with temperatures a few degrees above freezing. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Ohio.