Gasoline prices in Ohio fall ahead of Labor Day weekend

Drivers heading out for one last long holiday weekend before summer ends may be able to save money at the pump.

Gasoline prices have dropped ahead of Labor Day weekend. The average price in Ohio was $3.21 per gallon on Monday, according to AAA, down 38 cents from a month ago and 27 cents from a year ago.

However, many petrol stations also sell petrol at significantly lower prices.

Gas Buddy shows a handful of gas stations in Columbus selling gas for $2.79 a gallon on Monday, and other stations selling for $2.83 a gallon.

According to AAA, the national average is $3.35 per gallon.

Why are gas prices falling?

AAA attributes the price decline to several factors: weak demand for gasoline, a hurricane season that has so far not affected energy markets, and a well-supplied oil market. Oil prices have remained low despite the unrest in the Middle East.