Cleveland, OH – Northeast Ohio residents are starting the week with bitter cold Monday morning, but a steady warming trend is expected to bring more seasonable temperatures by midweek, according to the National Weather Service in Cleveland.
According to the National Weather Service, overnight lows early Monday dipped into the upper single digits and low teens across the region, with breezy conditions making it feel colder at times. Daytime highs Monday remain below normal, generally topping out in the upper 20s to near 30 degrees.
Temperatures will begin a gradual climb Tuesday, with highs reaching the low to mid-30s across much of Cuyahoga County and surrounding areas, including Lorain, Lake, Medina, and Summit counties. By Wednesday, forecasters expect highs to reach the upper 30s and low 40s, marking the warmest stretch of the week.
The warming trend continues into Thursday, when highs are forecast to reach the mid to upper 40s in parts of Northeast Ohio. With that increase in temperatures, rain chances will also rise. According to the National Weather Service, rain is expected to move into the area Thursday and Thursday night ahead of an approaching cold front.
Forecasters say the mild conditions will be short-lived. Cooler air is expected to return Friday, with temperatures dropping back below normal before rebounding closer to seasonal averages over the weekend.
Officials advise residents to remain cautious during the early-week cold, especially during morning and overnight hours, and to plan for wet road conditions later in the week as rain moves into the region.
Drivers are encouraged to monitor forecasts for timing updates, particularly if commuting during the Thursday evening or Friday morning timeframe.
