CLEVELAND —
Rain returns tonight....
Don't get too comfortable with the dry weather we've had for most of Wednesday. It is turning more active this evening as showers and thunderstorms begin moving in. Widespread rain is possible overnight.
While a few storms could produce gusty winds, heavy rain looks to be the biggest concern as we head into the evening and overnight hours. Ponding on roads and reduced visibility may create some travel issues after sunset.
Power of 5 Region Highlight: South Region
Along and south of US- 30 has the best chance for rain this evening. This is also where the highest rainfall totals are expected. A Flood Watch has been issued for Tuscarawas and Carroll Counties through Thursday until 2 pm. Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall will be possible, which could lead to runoff and flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
This first round should wrap up before the calendar turns to Thursday; however, another round of steady rain & steams with a few downpours are expected overnight and into Thursday morning. Once again, the highest chance for rain is in the southern half of our viewing area. Meanwhile, the more north you live, has a lower the chance of rain. Some communities across the snowbelt, CLE Metro, and the northern portions of our west region could miss out on the rain altogether!
LOOKING AHEAD...
The wet weather won't stick around long. Rain gradually tapers off midday Thursday, with drier air working in through the afternoon. Plan for a couple of hit-and-miss downpours through the late afternoon. Thursday afternoon looks much improved with increasing sunshine and more comfortable air.
Even better weather arrives Friday. Expect plenty of sunshine, lower humidity, and highs near 80 degrees. It should be one of the nicest days of the week.
Rain chances return Saturday, which could have an impact on outdoor plans, including the Browns' first home preseason game. While it won't necessarily rain the entire day, keep an eye on the forecast if you're headed to Huntington Bank Field.
5 Things to Know...
- Rain increases after midnight
- Heavy rain is the primary threat overnight
- Drying out Thursday afternoon
- Beautiful weather Friday
- More rain possible Saturday, including during Browns preseason game festivities
5-Day Forecast
Wednesday Night: Rain overnight. Heaviest south. | Low: 66º
Thursday: Rainy early. Drier later. Cooler. | High: 77º
Friday: Mostly sunny & comfortable. | High: 79º
Saturday: Scattered rain by the afternoon & evening. | High: 78º
Sunday: A few lingering Showers. | High: 74º
Learn the lingo: The Power of 5 Weather Team wants to get you your forecast closer to home. We have broken NEO into 5 separate and distinct regions. Find your region to get your hyper-local forecast!
- Cleveland Metro Region: Cuyahoga County. This region includes cities such as Cleveland, Parma, Westlake, Berea, Strongsville, Independence, Solon, Beachwood and Euclid.
- Snowbelt Region: Lake, Geauga and Ashtabula Counties. This includes cities such as Mentor, Geneva, Ashtabula, Bainbridge, Chardon, Burton and Orwell.
- Akron-Canton Region: Summit, Stark and Portage Counties. This region includes cities such as Akron, Canton, Hudson, Ravenna, Mantua, Alliance, and Canal Fulton.
- West Region: Lorain, Medina, Erie, Huron, Richland and Ashland Counties. This region includes cities such as Lorain, Wellington, Medina, Lodi, Ashland, Mansfield, Willard, and Sandusky.
- South Region: Wayne, Holmes, Tuscarawas, Carroll Counties. This region includes Wooster, Millersburg, New Philadelphia, Strasburg, Mineral City, Carrollton, and Newcomerstown
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