Ohio – Wet pavement glistens along Cleveland streets this morning as gusty winds sweep off Lake Erie. Light snowflakes swirl briefly in the breeze before changing to rain. The unsettled start signals a volatile stretch of March weather that will swing from snow to spring warmth, then back toward wintry conditions early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, a High Wind Warning remains in effect until 2 a.m., with gusts reaching 49 mph across Cuyahoga County and nearby lakefront communities. Strong south winds will intensify through midday, especially along I-90, I-71, and the Shoreway, where crosswinds may push vehicles near the lake.
Early precipitation may begin as wet snow before 10 a.m., then transition to rain as temperatures climb toward 50 degrees. Winds increase during the afternoon, pushing rain showers inland from Lake Erie. Drivers should allow extra space between vehicles as gusts strengthen.
Conditions calm slightly tonight, though breezy winds linger. Temperatures settle near 32 degrees, keeping the air chilly across northeast Ohio.
Saturday offers a brief break. Partial sunshine returns with highs near 42 degrees. Roads should remain mostly dry, though colder air keeps a late-winter feel in the wind.
The pattern shifts again Sunday. Southerly winds pull warmer air northward across Ohio. Temperatures surge to 66 degrees in Cleveland, bringing a burst of spring warmth. Clouds increase through the afternoon, and rain may develop toward evening.
Another sharp turn arrives Monday. Rain continues early before colder air wraps into the region. Showers may mix with snow during the afternoon and evening as winds strengthen again.
Drivers should stay alert for sudden changes. Wet roads Sunday could turn slushy early next week if temperatures fall quickly.
Traveling across northeast Ohio this weekend? What weather are you seeing where you are?
Five Day Outlook for Cleveland, Ohio
Saturday: Partly sunny, breezy, high 42°F.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain, warmer, high 66°F.
Sunday Night: Breezy with rain likely, low 47°F.
Monday: Windy with rain changing to rain/snow, high 62°F.
Tuesday: Chance of snow showers, breezy and colder, high 31°F.
