Cleveland, OH – Ohio wakes up under low gray clouds this morning, with damp pavement and a sharp chill already hinting at what’s building. By the weekend, that uneasy calm gives way to a developing winter threat that could slow travel, bury neighborhoods, and strain patience across northeast Ohio.
A Winter Storm Watch is now in effect from Saturday evening through Monday afternoon for much of north-central and northeast Ohio, including Cuyahoga County. According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, total snow accumulations could exceed 6 inches, with the heaviest snowfall expected on Sunday.
Temperatures fall steadily into Friday, keeping daytime highs in the teens. Wind chills dip below zero at times, especially late Saturday night into Sunday morning. The cold locks snow to roads, limiting melt and increasing the risk of icy stretches on I-90, I-77, and secondary routes.
Snow chances rise Saturday night, then intensify Sunday. Visibility may drop quickly during heavier bands, especially near the lakeshore. Travel conditions could deteriorate fast, with the Monday morning commute potentially impacted by lingering snow and slick pavement.
Residents are urged to prepare early. Consider delaying non-essential travel this weekend. Keep blankets, water, and chargers in vehicles. Check heating systems and protect pets from the cold. Power disruptions remain possible if snow becomes heavy and wet.
Beyond the storm, colder-than-normal conditions linger into early next week. National outlooks suggest active winter patterns continue across the Great Lakes, with additional snow chances returning midweek.
Five-Day Outlook for Cleveland, Ohio
- Today: Mostly cloudy, highs near 28°
- Friday: Partly sunny, cold, highs near 14°
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, highs near 12°, snow developing late
- Sunday: Snow likely, highs near 21°
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, chance of snow, highs near 17°
