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Ohio Weather Alert: Cleveland 30-MPH Gusts, 70% Rain Nov. 8-12
Cleveland, OH – Northeast Ohio faces a changing November weather pattern, with gusty conditions starting the week before increasing rain chances affect travel across Cleveland and surrounding Cuyahoga
By Mason Reid · 2026-11-08T10:54:16.784Z
Cleveland, OH – Northeast Ohio faces a changing November weather pattern, with gusty conditions starting the week before increasing rain chances affect travel across Cleveland and surrounding Cuyahoga County communities.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, Sunday, Nov. 8, brings sunshine and a high near 57 degrees.
However, west winds of 10 18 mph could gust as high as 30 mph, particularly around exposed locations near Lake Erie.
At Burke Lakefront Airport, temperatures were near 43 degrees early Sunday, with southwest winds around 13 mph.
Gusty Conditions Could Affect Sunday Travel Drivers using Interstate 90, Interstate 71 and the Shoreway should remain aware of occasional crosswinds.
Wind gusts could also scatter fallen leaves across sidewalks, parking lots and residential streets.
Residents planning outdoor cleanup should secure lightweight decorations, trash containers and loose equipment.
Sunday night brings mostly cloudy skies, with temperatures dropping toward 44 degrees.
Northwest winds of 15 17 mph could continue gusting to 30 mph.
Monday Stays Breezy Before Tuesday's Warmup Monday, Nov. 9, brings mostly cloudy skies and a high near 55 degrees.
Northwest winds of 10 16 mph could gust to 29 mph, extending the blustery conditions into another day.
Monday night temperatures fall toward 41 degrees as clouds gradually decrease.
Tuesday, Nov. 10, offers the warmest afternoon of the period.
Sunshine should push temperatures toward 60 degrees, creating a favorable opportunity for yard work and outdoor activities.
Tuesday night turns mostly clear, with temperatures settling near 42 degrees.
Veterans Day Marks the Transition Wednesday, Nov. 11, brings partly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 56 degrees.
The more significant weather change arrives Wednesday night.
Rain chances increase to 50%, with temperatures falling toward 43 degrees.
Drivers traveling Interstate 90 through Cleveland, Lakewood and Euclid should prepare for potentially wet pavement if showers develop.
Thursday Rain Chances Climb to 70% Thursday, Nov. 12, becomes the main weather concern.
The National Weather Service expects rain to be likely, with a 70% precipitation chance and temperatures reaching only 50 degrees.
That represents a 10 degree decline from Tuesday's high.
Rain remains likely Thursday night, mainly before 1 a.m., with a 60% precipitation chance and temperatures near 38 degrees.
Friday brings another 40% chance of rain, with highs around 46 degrees.
The supplied Cleveland outlook does not indicate snow or accumulating ice during this period.
Cleveland Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Mostly cloudy and breezy. High 55°F. Gusts up to 29 mph. Low 41°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny and warmer. High 60°F. Mostly clear at night, low 42°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Partly sunny for Veterans Day. High 56°F. Rain chance increases to 50% Wednesday night, low 43°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain likely, 70% chance. High 50°F. Rain likely Thursday night, 60% chance, low 38°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain. High 46°F. Rain chance 30% Friday night, low 38°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Partly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 49 degrees.
Looking Ahead Toward Thanksgiving As November progresses, Northeast Ohio residents should prepare for colder weather and changing travel conditions.
Lake Erie can influence local weather patterns as colder air arrives later in the season.
However, the current Cleveland forecast does not support a specific snowstorm prediction for Nov. 15 26.
For now, the immediate concerns remain gusty winds followed by increasing rain chances.
Are you seeing strong winds near Lake Erie, or are you preparing for Thursday's rain? Tell us what conditions are like in your Northeast Ohio neighborhood.