Today, July 2: Cleveland woke to sticky, partly cloudy skies and temperatures already in the low 80s, with dew points making the air feel oppressive. A persistent ridge of hot air will push highs into the upper 90s this afternoon and keep overnight lows in the upper 70s, leaving little relief through tomorrow.
Dangerous Heat Through Friday
The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued an Extreme Heat Warning through 8 p.m. tomorrow, July 3, and says heat index values could reach 108 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasts show a high near 98°F today with west winds around 6 to 9 mph, and the combination of humidity and heat will make the afternoon feel much hotter than the thermometer reads.
When It Will Be Hottest And Storm Chances
The most intense heat is expected from mid to late afternoon, roughly between 2 and 6 p.m., when inland neighborhoods climb into the mid to upper 90s while lakeshore spots stay a few degrees cooler. There is a slight chance for widely scattered showers and thunderstorms late tonight between about 9 p.m. and midnight, with better odds for scattered storms tomorrow night into the weekend as the ridge weakens.
Where To Cool Off
The city has extended hours at several neighborhood recreation centers and opened pools to serve as temporary cooling centers. For a short list of sites and hours, see the city announcement reported by Spectrum News. If you plan to use a public cooling site, call ahead to confirm hours and capacity, and try to time outdoor errands for the morning or evening.
Stay Safe
Drink plenty of water, take frequent breaks out of the sun, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest hours. Never leave children or pets in parked cars. Check on older relatives and neighbors who may not have air conditioning, and shift outdoor work to early morning or later evening whenever possible.
More From Hoodline
We covered the build-up to this heat in an earlier story with background and cooling-center maps, see our previous coverage in our earlier heat advisory coverage. We will update this page if the warning or local conditions change.
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