Thursday morning (May 28) in Cleveland is starting quietly, with mostly clear skies, mild air around 61°F, and a light north breeze. That calm setup is sticking around for a while - expect a sunny, dry run through the weekend and into next week, with daytime highs largely in the 70s and overnight lows hovering in the low 50s.
What To Expect Today And This Weekend
Today (Thursday, May 28) stays sunny with a high near 72°F and north winds around 7 to 13 mph, picking up into late morning and afternoon with gusts of about 20 to 25 mph. Thursday night dips to around 53°F, then Friday, May 29, climbs to near 76°F with lighter southwest winds.
The weekend looks mostly dry, with a high near 70°F on Saturday and around 77°F on Sunday, May 31. According to the National Weather Service Cleveland, there are no active watches or warnings in effect for Cuyahoga County. Forecasters do note that a marginal Small Craft Advisory may be needed late Friday night into Saturday for a stretch of brief northeast winds around 15 to 20 knots.
Afternoon Winds And Lake Conditions
Northerly winds will keep Lake Erie a bit choppy at times, especially in the western basin this morning and again when a weak cold front slides through late Friday night into Saturday. Late-morning and afternoon gusts could make it feel cooler along the lakefront and might topple any unsecured yard items, so it is worth grabbing a jacket if you are planning time by the water. Boaters should be ready for short periods of rougher water and check for updated conditions before heading out.
Why This Matters
After last week's gusty storms across parts of the area, a ridge of high pressure has taken over and is keeping things dry and pleasant for several days. For background on the recent storm risks, see our earlier coverage.
Plan Ahead
If you are heading lakeside this weekend, plan on a windbreaker for the gusty north winds and give the forecast a final check before launching a boat. Otherwise, it is a prime stretch for patios, errands, and outdoor events while the weather cooperates.
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