Cleveland, Ohio – Cleveland residents should prepare for a hot and mostly sunny stretch through the Fourth of July weekend, with high temperatures nearing 90°F and potential thunderstorms returning by Sunday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, today’s high will reach 85°F with calm winds shifting northeast at 5 to 8 mph. The region will stay dry and clear through Saturday, with Independence Day bringing sunshine and a high of 86°F. Light north winds will make for ideal conditions for outdoor events.
By Sunday, however, the pattern shifts. Thunderstorms are expected to develop between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., followed by additional showers early Monday. Cities across Cuyahoga County—including Cleveland, Lakewood, and Parma—could see scattered rain and brief gusty winds. Monday’s rain chance increases to 50%, paired with highs in the upper 80s.
Those attending outdoor celebrations should stay hydrated, use sunscreen, and monitor updates from the National Weather Service as conditions change. If attending evening fireworks, bring rain gear for Sunday night.
Storm chances continue into early next week, with a cooler high of 81°F on Tuesday.
☀️ Cleveland 5-Day Forecast:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 85°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 86°F
- Friday: Partly cloudy, high 90°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 92°F
- Sunday: Hot with evening storms, high 92°F
