Cleveland, Ohio – Thunder rolls back into Northeast Ohio Thursday as another round of storms threatens to drench Cleveland just in time for the evening drive.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop after 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 17, with the strongest cells potentially bringing gusty winds, brief heavy rain, and lightning. Highs will climb near 86°F before the storms settle in. Drivers on I-90 and Route 2 should prepare for sudden downpours and reduced visibility by late afternoon.
Rain chances remain Thursday night as temps dip to 68°F, but the bulk of the storms should clear by dawn Friday. Friday offers a break — mostly sunny skies and a high of 79°F — before another system threatens showers and possible thunderstorms Saturday afternoon into Sunday.
Weekend travelers should watch for disruptions late Saturday night, especially near lakefront areas, where scattered storms may linger into Sunday morning. Highs in the mid-80s will keep things steamy through the weekend, with humidity staying elevated.
Next week brings slightly drier conditions, but pop-up storms remain possible through Tuesday, especially during the afternoon hours.
⚠️ Residents are urged to secure outdoor furniture, check weather alerts frequently, and avoid driving through flooded streets.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Cleveland (July 17–22):
- Thursday (July 17): High 86°F – Showers and storms after 2 p.m.; chance of precipitation 60%
- Friday: High 79°F – Mostly sunny; low around 66°F
- Saturday: High 84°F – Afternoon storms likely; night rain chance 60%
- Sunday: High 82°F – Scattered storms possible; humid and breezy
- Monday: High 83°F – Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers
- Tuesday: High 88°F – Summer heat builds again with a 30% storm chance
