Cleveland is starting Monday with showers possible, while the umbrella may get some work before the week is done. A chance of showers will hang around today as northeast winds along the Cleveland-area lakeshore run 10 to 15 mph, with gusts above 25 mph, and a high near 67.
Cooler Showers Linger Through Wednesday
Showers remain possible Monday afternoon and Monday night, although rainfall totals for Cleveland are expected to stay below a tenth of an inch. Tuesday will remain mostly cloudy with a high near 66, while another round of showers could arrive Tuesday night.
Wednesday looks like a day with increased shower coverage and cool conditions. The National Weather Service says new rainfall could reach a quarter to half an inch in parts of the area, so Wednesday plans may need a backup.
Lake Erie Rip Current Risk Remains High
For people headed to the lakefront, the bigger concern is the water rather than the thermometer. The National Weather Service Cleveland office has issued a Beach Hazards Statement for Cuyahoga County through Wednesday evening, warning of a high risk of rip currents.
Swimmers should stay out of Lake Erie during the advisory, especially near sandbars and structures extending into the water. Brisk northeast winds and waves can pull swimmers away from shore quickly, turning a routine dip into a dangerous rescue situation.
Drier Conditions Return For The Weekend
The pattern finally breaks Thursday, when drier conditions and gradual clearing are expected. Drier conditions should continue through the weekend as northeast winds decrease.
Along the shoreline, the NWS Cleveland forecast discussion says winds may gust above 25 mph on Monday, while Tuesday's marine forecast calls for sustained northeast winds of 20 to 30 knots. That could make the lakefront feel chillier than the thermometer suggests, so a jacket will be more useful than wishful thinking.
