CLEVELAND, OH – A burst of showers and thunderstorms will roll into Northeast Ohio on Monday, July 14, threatening to disrupt morning routines and make roads like I-90, I-71, and I-77 slick for Cleveland’s commuters.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and storms are likely between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday, with temperatures reaching 85°F in Cleveland. Light winds will shift northwest in the afternoon, but any thunderstorm could bring brief downpours and low visibility. Motorists are urged to slow down, keep headlights on, and allow extra time on all major routes, especially near downtown and the lakefront. Avoid flooded underpasses and keep a weather alert app handy.
While most storms will taper off by sunset, Monday night stays warm and mostly clear, with lows near 74°F. On Tuesday, expect mostly sunny skies and a high near 89°F, but spotty showers could develop after midnight—stay aware if you have late plans. The heat continues midweek: Wednesday’s high tops out at 90°F before more storms return Wednesday night and Thursday, keeping humidity high and road conditions unpredictable.
Looking ahead, here’s your five-day bullet-point forecast for Cleveland:
- Monday [85°F]: Showers and thunderstorms from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., then partly sunny.
- Tuesday [89°F]: Mostly sunny, slight chance of showers late.
- Wednesday [90°F]: Showers likely, thunderstorms possible, especially after 8 p.m.
- Thursday [87°F]: Showers and storms likely, clearing by night.
- Friday [82°F]: Partly sunny, slight chance of storms.
Plan for changing conditions all week—check alerts before driving and stay weather-ready as summer storms keep Ohio roads challenging.
