CLEVELAND — The calendar may show May 1st, but it feels more like December 1st! On Friday, the warmest it got in Cleveland was only 45 degrees! That is the average high temperature for late November and early December!
On the first day of May, the high temperature across NEO is typically in the mid-60s. So we are running about 20 degrees below average. The chill will linger into the weekend as well. Plan for frosty and frigid conditions for Friday night plans and into Saturday.
Low temperatures are expected to fall into the 30s on Friday night, with clearing clouds (for some) and calming winds, which could allow for frost to develop. It will be colder away from the lakeshore. The cold will also allow for
A frost advisory has been issued for several communities as temperatures will be cold enough for frost to develop. Frost could harm or kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. Take steps now to protect them from the cold!
It will likely be slightly "warmer" closer to the lake (mid and upper 30s rather than mid and low 30s). There is also a better chance for stubborn clouds farther north. This is why some counties are not included in the advisory. Showers will still be possible tonight and into Saturday morning. With the cold temperatures, wet flakes cannot be ruled out as well! A very wintry start to May!
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