Air Quality Alerts, Heat Advisories, and Storms Expected in Cleveland Forecast
CLEVELAND — After a stretch of pleasant weather, things are heating up fast across Northeast Ohio. Weather experts are warning residents to prepare for rising temperatures, poor air quality, and the chance of strong storms later this week.
A high-pressure system is settling over the eastern U.S., bringing hot and dry conditions for the next couple of days. As this system strengthens, temperatures will rise sharply, and humidity will also increase by Thursday.
What to Expect:
- Cool mornings, hot afternoons: Early Wednesday started with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s. But by the afternoon, temperatures are expected to reach the upper 80s to low 90s.
- Heat index rising: With rising humidity, it could feel like it’s in the upper 90s or even over 100°F by Thursday.
- Air quality concerns: The combination of heat and stagnant air could lead to poor air quality, prompting alerts, especially for sensitive groups.
- Storm risk ahead: Scattered storms may return late Thursday and continue through the weekend. Some storms could be strong to severe on Friday and Saturday.
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Daily Forecast:
- Wednesday: Hot and dry — High: 89°F
- Thursday: Very hot, storms possible late — High: 94°F
- Friday: Hot with scattered thunderstorms — High: 88°F
- Saturday: Humid with storm chances — High: 84°F
- Sunday: Warm, muggy, with a few storms — High: 85°F
Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak heat, and keep an eye on local alerts for weather and air quality updates.
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