Cleveland is waking up to a gray, soggy Sunday, with rain showers likely through the morning, adding to the gloomy start. Temperatures will remain in the 70s. Outdoor plans may get a brief break later, but the umbrella should stay close.
Rain chances are highest through midday, then taper to scattered showers during the afternoon. A few thunderstorms could develop late Sunday, although the bigger concern is a steady, soaking day with generally 0.3 to 0.8 inches expected across most places and a heavier axis of precipitation around 1 inch extending from Toledo southeast toward Mount Vernon, according to the National Weather Service in Cleveland.
Lake Erie Rip Current Risk Rises Sunday Evening
The National Weather Service issued a Beach Hazards Statement for the southern Lake Erie shoreline in Ohio through Wednesday evening, September 23, 2026. Lake conditions may become hazardous as stronger northeast winds increase rip currents.
Monday brings the first real taste of fall, with a high near 68 and breezy northeast winds.
Cooler, Breezier Weather Takes Over
The chill continues Tuesday, when highs should remain in the 60s under a northerly flow. Northeast winds will remain persistent, and stronger winds are possible Monday night.
Multiple rounds of precipitation are possible through Wednesday. Temperatures will remain cool Wednesday, with precipitation possible.
Precipitation timing and exact temperatures remain uncertain after midweek. Highs are expected to stay in the 60s through Friday.
The latest outlook is a substantive shift from Saturday’s Hoodline forecast, with lower expected rain totals for Cleveland but a longer run of cool, damp weather and a new lakeshore swimming hazard.
