Ohio — Dawn breaks through a blanket of fast-moving clouds over Lake Erie, casting flashes of pale light across wet pavement along the Shoreway. A cool, unsettled breeze sweeps through the waterfront, hinting at stronger winds and steadier rain building later as November’s travel season accelerates.
Rain develops this afternoon as a strengthening disturbance lifts across northern Ohio. According to NWS Cleveland, gusts could rise into the mid-30 mph range, especially near the lakefront and open stretches of I-90. Drivers should prepare for sudden visibility drops and slick conditions as scattered showers tighten into steadier bands. Keep phones charged, allow extra travel time, and avoid high-speed lane changes when winds peak.
By tonight, heavier bursts may sweep through the metro before cloud cover gradually thins toward early Sunday. Temperatures fall into the upper 30s, creating a brisk, damp feel but staying above any freeze risk. No snow is expected yet, though models hint at a Winter Tease later next week as holiday travel intensifies.
Sunday brings a brief break with highs in the mid-40s and persistent west winds. The cooler air reinforces that the region is sliding deeper into the early-winter pattern, even without flakes in the forecast. Clearer conditions Sunday night allow for holiday decorating, errands, or preparing vehicles for longer Thanksgiving drives.
Monday turns partly sunny but cool, with a high near 43°F. Clouds rebuild late as another wave strengthens over the Midwest. NWS guidance indicates a 50% chance of rain Monday night, increasing to 70% Tuesday, a key window for regional business travelers. For now, precipitation remains purely liquid, but any colder push later in the week could create a possible changeover.
