Cleveland woke up Tuesday, March 24, 2026, to a crisp start, with temperatures near 27°F under mostly sunny skies. High pressure is locked in overhead and will keep things dry today, but a noticeable midweek warmup is already lining up before a storm system rolls in late in the week. Enjoy the sunshine this afternoon, as highs climb into the mid 40s.
Today: Sun, Lake Breeze And Easy Errands
Expect a bright, quiet afternoon with a high around 45°F and a light southwest wind near 5 to 6 mph. A lake breeze could keep neighborhoods right along the shore a few degrees cooler than spots farther inland. For most of the city, it will be a calm, comfortable day to knock out outdoor errands without worrying about the weather.
Midweek Warmup, Then Thunder Threat On Thursday
By Wednesday, a southerly flow starts doing some serious work on the thermometer, pushing many inland areas into the upper 50s. Thursday is the main warmup act, with highs near 68°F ahead of an approaching cold front. Rain becomes likely in the afternoon, and a line of showers and thunderstorms could move in late Thursday into the evening. Forecasters at the National Weather Service are flagging both the timing and the thunder potential in their latest discussions; see NWS Cleveland.
Thursday Night Into Friday: Soaking Rains, Then A Quick Cooldown
Late Thursday into early Friday, the cold front should bring widespread rain and a chance of thunderstorms before colder air sweeps in overnight, with lows dropping into the mid 30s. As temperatures fall behind the front, some of that rain may briefly mix with snow early Friday before the moisture shuts down and a cooler day settles in, with a high near 40°F. Boaters should keep a close eye on conditions, as Lake Erie winds are expected to shift and strengthen Thursday night, and waves could build enough to prompt small craft advisories.
Weekend Outlook And How To Plan Around It
Saturday looks bright and cool, with highs near 46°F, while Sunday should moderate back into the mid 50s across most neighborhoods. If you are heading out Thursday evening, plan on rain gear and some extra travel time, since gusty winds could knock down a few branches and slow the commute. For a refresher on how rough it can get when the wind ramps up, see our earlier story, Lake Erie howls.
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