Cleveland, Ohio – Swimmers and beachgoers face dangerous conditions along the Lake Erie shoreline Sunday. A moderate risk of rip currents will persist through this afternoon and evening for north central and northeast Ohio.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, the hazardous weather outlook specifically covers the lakefront areas of Lorain and Cuyahoga counties. Residents are urged to exercise extreme caution near the water, as rip currents can pull even strong swimmers out into the lake. Avoiding swimming is the safest course of action until the threat subsides.
The unsettled weather pattern continues into the work week. Monday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 77°F, offering a brief break before storms return. A chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after 2 a.m. Tuesday, with an increasing likelihood of precipitation through the Juneteenth holiday.
Temperatures will climb into the low 80s by Tuesday and remain warm for the rest of the week. The highest chance for rain arrives Wednesday and Thursday, potentially impacting outdoor activities and travel. Residents should prepare for scattered thunderstorms and monitor for any additional weather advisories as the week progresses. No widespread hazardous weather is anticipated from Monday through Saturday at this time.
Here is a look at the five-day outlook:
- SUNDAY: Mostly sunny with a high near 75°F.
- MONDAY: Mostly sunny with a high near 77°F.
- TUESDAY: A chance of showers and thunderstorms with a high near 82°F.
- WEDNESDAY: Showers and thunderstorms likely with a high near 85°F.
- JUNETEENTH: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms with a high near 79°F.
