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Ohio Weather Alert: Cleveland, OH Faces 90% Rain Nov 11-15
OHIO — Rain soaked highways, gusty Lake Erie winds and a sharp temperature drop could make travel uncomfortable across Cleveland this week. Rain chances reach 100% Wednesday evening, while wind gusts
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-11-11T10:50:15.140Z
OHIO — Rain soaked highways, gusty Lake Erie winds and a sharp temperature drop could make travel uncomfortable across Cleveland this week. Rain chances reach 100% Wednesday evening, while wind gusts could approach 32 mph Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, several rounds of showers are expected through Saturday before drier conditions return Sunday.
The Weather Prediction Center reports that an expansive low pressure system will spread colder air and unsettled weather across the eastern United States.
Wednesday Warmth Gives Way to Rain Cleveland could reach 58 degrees Wednesday, with mostly cloudy skies and relatively light winds.
However, conditions change Wednesday evening as widespread showers develop after 10 p.m.
Rain chances climb to 100%, with up to one quarter inch possible.
Drivers traveling I 90, I 71 and I 77 should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during periods of rain.
Temperatures fall toward 46 degrees by Thursday morning.
Thursday Brings 32 Mph Wind Gusts Thursday's high reaches only 49 degrees, approximately nine degrees colder than Wednesday.
North winds increase to 13 18 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 32 mph.
Rain chances remain near 90%, with another quarter to half inch possible.
Gusty conditions near Lake Erie could make exposed roadways and waterfront areas particularly uncomfortable.
Showers continue Thursday evening, with an 80% precipitation chance and temperatures falling toward 38 degrees.
Friday and Saturday: Rain Refuses to Leave Friday brings another unsettled day, with highs near 43 degrees and a 70% chance of showers.
Rain chances increase to 90% Friday evening.
Saturday remains damp, with an 80% chance of showers before 1 p.m. and highs near 46 degrees.
Temperatures stay near 38 degrees Saturday evening, keeping Cleveland above freezing in the supplied local outlook.
Although colder air could produce lake effect snow elsewhere around the Great Lakes, Cleveland's current forecast calls for rain.
No accumulating snow or widespread flash freezing conditions are indicated for the city.
Cleveland Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 11 15 Wednesday, Nov. 11: High 58°. Mostly cloudy. Showers Wednesday evening, 100% chance. Low 46°. Thursday, Nov. 12: High 49°. Rain, 90% chance. Wind gusts to 32 mph. Low 38°. Friday, Nov. 13: High 43°. Showers likely, 70% chance. Evening rain chance 90%. Low 38°. Saturday, Nov. 14: High 46°. Showers, 80% chance. Evening rain chance 40%. Low 38°. Sunday, Nov. 15: High 47°. Mostly cloudy. Low 38°. Looking ahead, Monday reaches approximately 48 degrees, while Tuesday could climb to 49 degrees.
For now, Cleveland residents should keep rain gear handy and allow additional travel time during heavier showers.
Are you tired of Cleveland's November rain, or are you hoping colder weather finally brings the season's first snow?