Cleveland, Ohio – Sweltering heat and scattered thunderstorms will collide over northeast Ohio by Friday afternoon, prompting a summer weather alert for those traveling across the region — especially along I-90 near Cleveland.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, storms will develop between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Friday, with potential for localized downpours, brief flooding, and damaging wind gusts. Heat indices may spike into the upper 90s, particularly in urban areas like Akron, Lorain, and Elyria.
By Friday night, storms may intensify briefly after midnight before moving out by early Saturday. While widespread severe weather is not expected, a few cells could still produce isolated wind damage and heavy rain on saturated roads.
Residents are urged to limit outdoor activity during peak heat Friday and remain weather-aware during the afternoon commute. If thunder roars, seek shelter indoors and avoid flooded roadways, especially in low-lying areas or near construction zones on I-90 and Route 2.
Looking ahead, Saturday and Monday both bring renewed storm chances, with another surge of heat expected Sunday as highs push near 89°F. Sunday remains the best bet for outdoor plans, with sunny skies and dry conditions.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast (Cleveland, OH: June 27 – July 1)
- Thursday (June 27): Partly sunny, slight storm chance. High near 85°F.
- Friday (June 28): Scattered thunderstorms by afternoon. High near 88°F.
- Saturday (June 29): Thunderstorms after 2 p.m., then clearing. High near 82°F.
- Sunday (June 30): Sunny and dry. High near 89°F.
- Monday (July 1): Showers and thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m. High near 83°F.
