Cleveland, OH – Sub-freezing temperatures through early Tuesday morning are putting crops, outdoor plumbing, and early-season plants at risk across northern Ohio, with impacts already underway before sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, Freeze Warnings remain in effect through Tuesday morning as temperatures drop into the upper 20s to near 30 degrees across cities including Cleveland, Akron, Canton, Mansfield, and Youngstown. Sensitive vegetation and unprotected pipes face the highest risk during the coldest window before 9 a.m.
Temperatures begin a sharp rebound by Tuesday afternoon, climbing into the mid to upper 60s across much of the region, including Toledo, Elyria, and Sandusky. By Wednesday, highs reach the upper 60s to near 70 degrees, with increasing cloud cover and rain chances developing. Rain probabilities rise to 40–50% by Wednesday morning along the I-71 and I-77 corridors, potentially affecting the morning commute with wet roads.
Drivers should remain alert for isolated slick spots early Tuesday, especially on bridges and overpasses, where residual moisture could freeze. Residents are urged to cover or bring in sensitive plants and disconnect exposed hoses.
The cold threat ends quickly Tuesday, but unsettled conditions return midweek, with additional rain chances continuing into the weekend. Updates are expected as timing of midweek rainfall becomes clearer.
