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Ohio Weather Alert: 30-MPH Winds in Cleveland, OH Nov. 15-19
OHIO — Gusty winds, gray skies and rain could make travel uncomfortable across Cleveland before a noticeable November warmup arrives. Drivers face a 70% chance of Sunday rain, followed by colder night
By Avery Collins · 2026-11-15T11:19:54.982Z
OHIO — Gusty winds, gray skies and rain could make travel uncomfortable across Cleveland before a noticeable November warmup arrives. Drivers face a 70% chance of Sunday rain, followed by colder nights and improving conditions through midweek.
The biggest immediate concern involves wet pavement and breezy conditions along Interstate 90, Interstate 71 and the Cleveland Memorial Shoreway.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, rain is likely mainly before 10 a.m. Sunday. Temperatures should reach approximately 48 degrees, with northwest winds around 11 mph.
Early observations at Cleveland Burke Lakefront Airport showed temperatures near 44 degrees and northwest winds gusting to 30 mph.
Sunday Rain and Wind Affect Cleveland Travel Rain chances remain elevated early Sunday before gradually decreasing as the system moves away.
The National Weather Service indicates a 70% precipitation chance, although additional rainfall should total less than one tenth of an inch.
That means widespread heavy rainfall is not expected from this particular system.
Still, wet pavement and occasional gusts could affect travel along exposed lakefront roadways.
Drivers should allow additional stopping distance and remain alert when crossing bridges or traveling near Lake Erie.
Sunday evening brings improving conditions, with rain chances decreasing to 20% before 8 p.m.
Temperatures fall toward 38 degrees as winds gradually diminish.
Monday Night Brings Temperatures Near Freezing Monday offers a transition toward quieter weather.
Clouds gradually decrease, allowing afternoon temperatures to reach approximately 49 degrees.
However, Monday night turns noticeably colder, with mostly clear skies and temperatures falling to 33 degrees.
That places Cleveland just one degree above freezing.
Residents should remain mindful of isolated frost or slick surfaces wherever lingering moisture meets colder pavement.
The official outlook does not indicate widespread freezing precipitation or accumulating snow in Cleveland.
Wednesday Warmup Changes the Weather Pattern Tuesday brings sunshine and temperatures near 52 degrees.
By Wednesday, Cleveland reaches approximately 57 degrees under sunny skies.
The warming trend continues Thursday, with temperatures climbing toward 60 degrees.
That represents a 27 degree difference between Monday night's projected low and Thursday's afternoon high.
The National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center indicates high pressure building across the Ohio Valley, supporting generally drier conditions.
Although lake effect precipitation remains possible elsewhere near the Great Lakes, Cleveland's supplied local outlook does not indicate accumulating snow.
Cleveland Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: Rain likely mainly before 10 a.m., with a 70% precipitation chance. High 48°F. Northwest winds around 11 mph. Nighttime low 38°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Cloudy skies gradually becoming mostly sunny. High 49°F. West winds 3 7 mph. Mostly clear Monday night, low 33°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Sunny, high 52°F. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 34°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: Sunny and milder, high 57°F. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, low 40°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: Mostly sunny, high 60°F. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low 46°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 20 21 Friday brings mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 58 degrees.
Saturday looks even warmer, with mostly sunny conditions and highs approaching 63 degrees.
The extended outlook suggests Cleveland could experience a considerably milder stretch after Sunday's chilly, rainy conditions.
No local tornado threat is indicated in the supplied outlook.
For now, residents should prepare for wet travel before enjoying several increasingly comfortable November afternoons.
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