CLEVELAND, OH – Thick flakes are falling across northeast Ohio this morning, coating roads and windshields in a steady winter rhythm. Temperatures hover around 28°, and visibility drops under a mile at times as lake-effect snow strengthens along the shoreline. For drivers, it’s a slow, slick start to early December.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. EST for Cuyahoga, Geauga, Ashtabula, Lake, and surrounding counties. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches are likely by day’s end, with locally higher totals in lake-effect zones east of the city.
The heaviest snow is expected from mid-morning through early afternoon, potentially impacting commuters along I-90, Route 2, and I-271. Winds near 15 mph will create brief whiteout bursts and drifting snow on rural roads. Drivers are advised to reduce speed, increase following distance, and allow extra travel time through this evening.
As the snow tapers late, bitter cold takes over. Wind chills will plunge into the teens Wednesday, falling near single digits by Thursday night. Meteorologists warn of a second burst of lake-enhanced snow early Thursday morning, adding another quick 1–3 inches for parts of the region.
Five-Day Outlook (Cleveland, OH)
- Today: Snow, 2–5 inches, high 35°, low 23°.
- Wednesday: Scattered snow showers, breezy, high 35°, low 22°.
- Thursday: Flurries early, frigid, high 30°, low 12°.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 30°, low 22°.
- Saturday: Cloudy, slight snow chance, high 28°.
