Ohio weather turns gray and slippery this morning as light rain spreads across Cleveland, blurring streetlights and soaking already cold pavement. Damp air hugs the lakeshore, and the chill makes conditions feel unsettled as the day unfolds.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, rain develops through the morning with patchy fog reducing visibility at times. Temperatures hold in the upper 30s to mid-40s today, keeping roads wet and occasionally slick. Winds increase slightly, adding to difficult travel near the lake.
Across Cleveland, drivers along I-90, I-71, and the Shoreway face slowdowns as rain intensifies late morning. School traffic and commuters should expect longer braking distances, especially on bridges and ramps. Conditions improve briefly Wednesday as rain tapers and highs reach the low 40s, though skies remain mostly cloudy.
That break does not last long. Showers return Thursday afternoon and become more widespread by Thursday night. By Friday, rain continues with highs near 50, keeping soil saturated and roads slick during busy travel windows. Gusty winds may further reduce visibility at times.
Attention turns to the weekend as colder air moves back in. Rain may mix with snow late Saturday and into early Sunday as temperatures dip toward freezing. Even light snow could create slushy patches and refreezing overnight, raising black ice concerns across northeast Ohio.
This pattern keeps winter firmly in play during the first full week of January 2026. While no major snowstorm is locked in, meteorologists continue tracking changing precipitation types closely. Drivers should stay alert for fast-changing road conditions after dark.
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Five-Day Outlook for Cleveland, Ohio
- Today: Rain and patchy fog, chilly, high near 45°
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, spotty rain early, high near 42°
- Thursday: Showers developing, milder, high near 52°
- Friday: Rain likely, breezy, high near 52°
- Saturday: Rain likely, mixing with snow late, high near 47°
