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Cleveland Basks In Brief Friday Sunshine Before Weekend Storms, Midweek Heat

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Published on September 11, 2026
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Cleveland is starting Friday under mostly cloudy skies near 66 degrees, but the cloud cover should give way to a sunny and seasonably warm afternoon. Temperatures will climb to about 78 degrees, with light east to northeast winds and no rain expected. A little morning fog may linger in spots before the day clears out.

Sunny Friday Gives Way To Stormy Saturday

The National Weather Service expects Friday night to stay partly cloudy, with temperatures dipping to around 64 degrees. Saturday will be warmer, reaching about 82 degrees, but showers could arrive after 2 p.m., followed by scattered showers and thunderstorms through the afternoon and evening.

Saturday's storms could bring gusty winds, hail or brief heavy rain, although no watches or warnings are currently posted for the Cleveland area. Rainfall totals may range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch, with more showers or storms possible Saturday evening.

Sunday Improves Before Another Warmup

Sunday should be mostly sunny with a high near 80 degrees, though convective activity is possible. Monday looks quieter and dry under high pressure, offering a calmer reset after the weekend's unsettled turn.

The forecast then swings warmer again Tuesday, when Cleveland could reach 85 degrees before afternoon showers become possible. Storm chances increase Tuesday night and Wednesday, with showers and thunderstorms possible both days; the latest outlook is a more unsettled update than Hoodline's earlier Cleveland forecast.

Thursday Storm Chances Rise

Thursday looks mostly cloudy in Greater Cleveland, with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 70s; showers and thunderstorms could continue primarily along and south of U.S. 30. For outdoor plans, Friday and Sunday look like the best bets, while Saturday afternoon and the middle of next week will require a closer look at the sky.