Cleveland, Ohio – A soggy and unseasonably cool weather pattern is set to dominate Northeast Ohio this week, beginning with a dreary Tuesday that could disrupt travel across the region. Residents should prepare for persistent rain and a significant temperature drop, with Tuesday’s high struggling to get out of the low 60s. This damp system will linger for several days, impacting commutes and outdoor activities.
According to the National Weather Service, showers are likely to move into the Cleveland area on Tuesday, bringing a 70% chance of precipitation. These showers could produce between a quarter and half an inch of new rainfall, creating slick conditions on major thoroughfares such as I-90, I-77, and the Shoreway during the day. Winds will shift from the northeast to the southeast at around 8 mph.
The unsettled weather continues Wednesday as temperatures climb dramatically into the low 80s. The heat will fuel a greater chance for showers and thunderstorms, especially after 2 p.m. Another round of storms is expected to develop Wednesday night, carrying a 70% chance of producing significant rainfall and gusty winds before clearing out early Thursday.
Those planning for the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday should keep an eye on the skies. While the day is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 78°F, a 50% chance of showers remains. It is advisable to have a backup plan for outdoor events. The wet pattern finally breaks down by the end of the week, paving the way for a much sunnier and warmer weekend.
Here is a look at the five-day outlook:
- Monday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 78°F.
- Tuesday: [SHOWERS LIKELY] (High 61°F).
- Wednesday: [SHOWERS & THUNDERSTORMS] (High 82°F).
- Thursday (Juneteenth): [CHANCE OF SHOWERS] (High 78°F).
- Friday: [MOSTLY SUNNY] (High 77°F).
