Cleveland, OH – Ohio greets the early morning with a brisk wind off Lake Erie and a thin veil of cloud that stretches over quiet neighborhoods, hinting at a busy run of November weather through midweek. Pavement stays dry for now, but the chill signals a quick change as early Thanksgiving travel builds and rain pushes in on Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service Cleveland office, temperatures rise slowly today under mostly sunny skies. Northwest winds may still gust near 30 mph at times, creating brief crosswind issues along I-90 and I-480. Travelers should secure loose decorations, check vehicle fluids and brace for stronger wind pockets near the lakeshore.
According to forecasters, increasing clouds tonight mark the transition toward Tuesday’s more impactful stretch. Rain returns near daybreak Tuesday, becoming steady through mid-morning. Widespread precipitation could slow commuters, with new rainfall less than a tenth of an inch but enough to create early pooling on low spots and ramps.
According to emerging guidance, Tuesday night brings a brief lull before another round of showers arrives Thursday. Temperatures climb into the low 50s by midweek, which holds any Winter Tease north of the region for now. Still, models hint at colder air next week that could reintroduce lake-effect chances as Thanksgiving approaches.
According to early weekend projections, Friday trends wet early before drying out. Saturday and Sunday appear calmer, offering windows for leaf cleanup, holiday decorating or flexible travel plans across Cuyahoga County. Any lake breezes will feel brisk but manageable for November.
Five-Day Weather Forecast for Cleveland, OH:
Mon: 44/32 – Mostly sunny; gusty northwest winds; brisk air.
Tue: 42/34 – Rain likely; steady morning showers; slow commute.
Wed: 48/36 – Partly sunny; calmer winds; seasonal.
Thu: 53/46 – Rain; heavier pockets late; wet travel.
Fri: 55/41 – Rain early; gradual clearing; cooler by evening.
