Cleveland is starting Sunday with mostly clear skies and temperatures around 73°F, but the calm opening is temporary. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to become more likely from midday through the afternoon, with a high near 82°F and pockets of heavy rain that could make outdoor plans—and roads—messy.
The National Weather Service says an early round of showers should give way to a more active storm window after noon. Hourly rain chances rise from about 20% around noon to roughly 70% to 74% between 1 and 4 p.m., before easing somewhat toward evening.
Rainfall totals of a quarter to half an inch are possible, and a few storms could bring gusty winds. The earlier flood watch has been canceled and no watches or warnings are currently listed, but brief intense downpours could still cause isolated flooding in urban areas or places that have already seen substantial rain.
Sunday Night Stays Unsettled
Showers and thunderstorms remain possible Sunday night, with a low around 71°F and a 60% chance of precipitation. Rain may linger into early Monday, although Monday should turn partly sunny with a high near 77°F and only a slight chance of showers.
On Lake Erie, winds are expected to turn southwest and run 10 to 15 mph Sunday before shifting northwest by early Monday. No marine headlines are in effect, but boaters should still account for changing winds and thunderstorms.
Sunny Reset Arrives Tuesday
Monday night brings a quieter, partly cloudy setup and a low near 64°F. Tuesday looks like the cleanest outdoor day of the stretch, with sunny skies, dry weather and a high near 80°F.
The unsettled pattern returns late Tuesday night and Wednesday, when showers and thunderstorms are likely and temperatures top out near 76°F. Thursday and Friday look mostly sunny and cooler, with highs in the mid to upper 70s, while Saturday brings another slight chance of afternoon showers.
What To Know Before Heading Out
Sunday morning offers the better window for outdoor plans before storms become more likely during the afternoon. Keep a way to get indoors quickly, watch for changing conditions and expect wet roads or sudden downpours if you are driving during the storm window.
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