Unusually warm weather helps Dayton break temperature record

The previous record for Jan. 3 was set in 1997 with 55 degrees.

Unusually warm weather is expected to continue today with highs around 60 degrees. Cooler — but still warmer than normal — temperatures in the low to mid-40s are forecasted for the rest of the week.

Columbus also set a new record for warmest minimum temperature Tuesday with John Glenn Columbus International Airport recording a temperature of 56 degrees.

Previously, Columbus’ record was also 55 degrees set in 1997, according to NWS.