Ohio wakes under a steel-gray sky this morning as cold wind sweeps off Lake Erie and drives waves of blowing snow through Cleveland’s lakeshore neighborhoods. Flakes whip across headlights and cling to chilled pavement—an early sign that today’s lake-effect bands still have power. With Post-Thanksgiving travel increasing, residents should prepare for rapid changes in visibility and conditions.
Heavy lake-effect snow continues through today with snowfall rates near 1–2 inches per hour inside the strongest bands. The highest totals remain favored east and southeast of downtown, especially across higher terrain in eastern Cuyahoga and Geauga Counties. Additional 3–5 inches, with locally higher amounts, remain possible before the warning expires this evening. Gusts may reach 40 mph, producing whiteout pockets along I-90, Route 2, and I-271. Plan extra time if traveling, and keep an emergency kit ready.
Meteorologists note the bands will gradually shift inland through midday. To be fair, not all neighborhoods see constant heavy snow, but conditions may deteriorate quickly with each passing burst. Watch for sudden drops in visibility and slick stretches near bridges and ramps.
Saturday brings a break from the lake-effect machine. A weak system approaches from the west, increasing clouds and introducing another light snow chance by afternoon. Any accumulations look minor, though a brief drizzle-to-flake possible changeover could occur as temperatures hover in the mid-30s.
Sunday turns brisk and breezy with scattered rain or snow showers and highs near 40°. Winds from the west may push brief snow showers back toward the lakeshore during the afternoon. Drivers returning from holiday travel should stay alert for quick coatings, especially during shaded stretches of I-480 and I-90.
Looking ahead to December 2–6, models hint at a colder push across the Great Lakes that may introduce additional snow chances.
