As the Bay basks under clear, sunny skies, it’s worth noting that folks in Cleveland, Ohio, are also experiencing some fine weather, albeit with an eye on a potential disturbance. The National Weather Service in Cleveland has forecasted that high pressure will keep the region dry and warm until midweek before things could take a turn with a weak low-pressure system edging its way up from the East Coast. For now, Clevelanders are set to enjoy temperatures climbing nearly 10 degrees above normal, according to the weather discussion provided on their official site.

Drought concerns continue to be highlighted in the region as these extended dry conditions roll on. “High pressure will continue to dominate the area through the near term period, keeping conditions dry, sunny, and warm,” stated the NWS Cleveland in their latest area forecast discussion. This high-pressure scenario contributes to a climb in temperatures, going into the mid to upper 80s for some and reinforcing the already pressing drought conditions. The slight relief in sight comes with a tropical disturbance expected to pass through the Carolinas early in the week, possibly bringing some rain to Ohio later on. However, forecasts suggest this won't be enough to bust the drought.

With the extended outlook, the NWS Cleveland indicates a slow-moving circulation may bring slight shower chances along and east of I-71 come midweek. These showers, however, are looking to be hit or miss, with many areas still struggling to see substantial rainfall. Although some may miss out on the precipitation, Ohioans can expect “increased clouds will lead to slightly cooler conditions through the period,” with “highs generally in the mid/upper 70s Tuesday and Wednesday,” according to NWS Cleveland. There's an acknowledgment of the likelihood that most will face “more humid” conditions regardless of rainfall, as dew points are expected to rise.

As people in Cleveland look further into the future, the long-term forecast suggests that more stable weather might be on the horizon. With the potential low-pressure remnant sitting tight and a mid/upper ridge strengthening across the Great Lakes, residents might anticipate a return to agreeable weather, a stretch of conditions one might describe as “spectacular.” These circumstances pave the way for a consistency of mid-70s to low-80s temperatures and gradually decreasing dew points towards the end of the week.

The National Weather Service also had good news for marine conditions on Lake Erie, projecting E flow continues between high pressure over the Great Lakes and Northeast U.S. and a coastal low leading to mostly quiet conditions. Although waves might build to 3 to 4 feet "at times in the western basin and near the Islands," they are expected to stay just short of the criteria for Small Craft advisories. So boaters can look forward to a relatively calm water experience alongside the warm and clear days that are setting in for residents onshore.