Cleveland Wakes To Sunshine As Sunday–Monday Storm Threat Looms

Today, Cleveland rolled out of bed to clear skies and muggy mid‑60s air, hovering around 66°F at regional observing sites. Early commuters in low‑lying neighborhoods had to stay alert for patchy fog, but the city is getting a mostly dry, comfortable day to play with before the weather turns messier late Sunday. If you’ve got outdoor plans lined up for tomorrow or early next week, this is your reminder to keep one eye on the sky and the other on the forecast.

Afternoon Outlook

Through later afternoon, expect mostly sunny skies and highs topping out in the low 80s, with light west winds generally running 2 to 9 mph. Humidity and winds both stay on the tame side, and overnight temperatures should dip back into the mid to upper 60s. Rain chances are very low today at around 5%, though that patchy morning fog may briefly slow commutes in a few neighborhoods. These details line up with the local forecast from the National Weather Service.

Sunday Into Monday

Starting tomorrow afternoon, a series of disturbances begins nudging the region into a more active pattern, with shower and thunderstorm chances gradually ramping up. By Monday, rain showers are likely, and storms become more numerous. The Storm Prediction Center has placed parts of the area under a Marginal Risk for severe storms on Sunday and a Slight Risk on Monday. Damaging wind gusts and large hail are the primary concerns. If you’ve booked outdoor time Sunday afternoon or Monday evening, have a backup plan and be ready to move inside quickly if storms fire up.

Fog, Lake And Commute Notes

Patchy, locally dense fog could cut visibility during both Saturday and Sunday mornings, so drivers should stick to low beams and build in a little extra travel time if conditions deteriorate. Over on Lake Erie, winds stay light today, then swing to the southwest on Sunday and pick up further into Monday, leading to choppier water and higher waves for boaters. A quick look at marine forecasts before heading out is strongly advised. With storm timing still subject to change, checking radar and official updates before leaving for events could save you from a soggy or storm‑interrupted outing.