Cleveland, Ohio – A burst of thunderstorms will move through northern Ohio Monday night, followed by a shift to hot, dry air by Tuesday afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, storms and showers will begin after noon on Monday, with a 90% chance of precipitation, including possible lightning. A secondary band of storms may pass through the Cleveland area Monday night before tapering off early Tuesday morning. Temperatures will climb to 74°F on Tuesday, with a slight chance of lingering showers after 2 p.m. Skies will clear by nightfall, with west winds shifting in at 8–13 mph.
Travel and Safety Tips for Monday Night
Travelers along I-90 and I-71 should be aware of ponding and reduced visibility during Monday evening and early Tuesday. Commuters are urged to drive slowly, turn on headlights, and avoid flooded underpasses to ensure safety during the storms. The storms are expected to ease by Tuesday morning, but there may still be some wet spots on the roads.
Warm and Dry Weather for the Rest of the Week
By Wednesday, Cleveland will enjoy a stretch of warm and mostly dry weather, with full sun and highs reaching 81°F. Thursday is expected to be even hotter, with temperatures near 83°F and partly sunny skies continuing into Friday. Rain chances will remain minimal through midweek, so it’s a great time to enjoy outdoor activities.
Weekend Forecast: Mild Storm Chances Return
The next chance of rain won’t arrive until late Friday night, when there’s a 30% chance of showers after 8 p.m. Both Saturday and Sunday will bring modest storm chances, with highs in the mid-70s and warm, humid conditions, making for a typical summer weekend.
Cleveland 5-Day Forecast (June 9–14)
- Monday (June 9): Thunderstorms and showers likely after noon, 90% chance of precipitation, high near 72°F.
- Tuesday: High of 74°F, slight chance of lingering showers after 2 p.m., skies clear by nightfall.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high of 81°F.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high of 83°F.
- Friday: 30% chance of rain after 8 p.m., high near 84°F.
- Saturday: Modest storm chances, high in the mid-70s.
- Sunday: Storm chances continue, highs in the mid-70s.
Storms Tonight, Warm Weather Ahead
Cleveland will experience thunderstorms tonight, but by Tuesday afternoon, the weather will turn dry and warm. Make sure to stay safe during the storms, especially while traveling, and take advantage of the sunny weather expected through the rest of the week. The weekend will bring some scattered storms, but overall, it looks like a great week for outdoor activities.
