Cleveland is waking up to a gray, chilly Sunday on April 5, with clouds parked overhead, temperatures hovering near 45°F, and a raw west wind that makes it feel even colder. Skies may try to brighten at times, but expect it to stay breezy and blustery through the afternoon.
Afternoon Winds Whip Up
Afternoon highs should reach around 48°F, but a steady west wind of 14 to 18 mph, with gusts up to about 30 mph, will keep things feeling brisk. That is enough to shove around loose patio furniture and make driving tricky for high-profile vehicles. Out on Lake Erie, Small Craft Advisories are up for several nearshore zones into the evening, with waves building to about 3 to 6 feet. Inexperienced boaters are urged to stay in port, according to the National Weather Service.
Rain Monday, Then A Late Flip To Snow
A passing disturbance on Monday will first bring scattered rain in the morning, followed by a better shot at showers Monday night, mainly across the northern parts of the region. Temperatures will hang in the upper 40s during the day before sliding into the upper 20s to low 30s Monday night, which could allow some of that rain to mix with or change to snow in the usual snow-belt areas.
Snow Belt May Squeeze Out Light Accumulation
Most neighborhoods are expected to see little or no snow sticking, but forecasters note that localized light amounts are possible. In general, totals should stay under one-half inch, with 1 to 3 inches possible across parts of northwestern Pennsylvania. That could be just enough to briefly slick up some roads Monday night, according to the National Weather Service.
Quick Tips
Secure patio furniture, grills, and trash cans before the worst of the afternoon gusts hit, and have a backup plan for any evening outdoor activities. Boaters and inexperienced mariners should stay off Lake Erie until conditions calm down, and drivers should build in extra time Monday night if their route runs through the snow-belt zones. For zone-specific details and the latest updates, check the National Weather Service page before heading out.
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