Cleveland, Ohio – Strong thunderstorms could move into northern Ohio by late Wednesday morning, disrupting midweek plans across Cleveland and nearby suburbs.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered storms are expected to develop after 9 a.m. Wednesday, increasing in coverage between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Some storms may bring gusty winds and brief downpours, with a 50% chance of precipitation in the Cleveland area. Commuters on I-90 and I-71 should be prepared for wet roads and limited visibility. New rainfall totals will remain light overall, but locally heavier pockets are possible in stronger cells.
Temperatures will climb to 86°F Wednesday before cooling slightly Thursday. Thursday carries a lower 20% storm chance with mostly sunny skies returning. Friday looks calm, warm, and dry, but the weekend brings renewed storm chances.
Five-Day Forecast for Cleveland – Tuesday, July 8 to Saturday, July 13:
- Tuesday (Today): Mostly sunny, high near 82°F. Calm conditions.
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms possible after 9 a.m. High 86°F. South winds 7 mph, shifting northwest later.
- Thursday: Slight storm chance, mainly mid-day. High 83°F, low near 69°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and warm. High 86°F, low 73°F.
- Saturday: 40% chance of afternoon storms. Hot, high near 90°F. Humid conditions.
