Clouds are hogging the spotlight over Cleveland this morning, Friday, May 8, 2026, with temperatures sitting near 48°F and a southwest breeze around 10 mph. Expect a few spotty showers through the morning, with a better shot at more widespread light rain late this afternoon and into tonight. Plan on a high near 65°F today and a low around 46°F after dark.
Today and Tonight
A warm front is sliding through the region today and it will help scatter showers across the area before they become more frequent late in the afternoon and during the evening commute. Rainfall totals look light overall, generally under an inch, and no flooding issues or watches are on the table right now, according to the National Weather Service Cleveland. You may run into some mist and pockets of reduced visibility in the heavier showers, with southwest winds holding around 5-10 mph.
Saturday Into Sunday
Saturday is the warm headliner, with afternoon highs expected to climb toward 75°F before a cold front barges in. That front will crank up the chance for showers and thunderstorms late Saturday afternoon, and some of those storms could bring brief heavy downpours, especially between roughly 3-5 p.m. Showers may linger Saturday night with a low near 51°F, then drier air filters in on Sunday.
Next Week and Outdoor Tips
Behind the front, temperatures back off and Monday highs are expected to top out in the 50s. Some inland spots could slip into the low-to-mid 30s overnight Sunday and Monday, creating a frost concern for tender plants, according to the National Weather Service area forecast discussion. If you are banking on outdoor plans Saturday, keep a backup indoor option and be ready for localized downpours. Gardeners should be prepared to cover or move potted plants if frost looks likely. Out on Lake Erie, boaters can expect choppy conditions this weekend, with waves generally under 3 feet and occasional 4-footers possible Saturday afternoon. No marine advisories are in effect at the moment.
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