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STAY ALERT: Severe storms possible this weekend

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CLEVELAND — You might want to grab a sweater tonight. Cooler temperatures will settle into the area as high pressure floats east overhead. Low temperatures will range fall into the lower and middle 50s before sunrise.

Enjoy the refreshing temps. It does not last long! We heat right back up tomorrow. Highs will climb into the middle and upper 80s by late afternoon, with a noticeable increase in humidity. A few showers and a rumble of thunder are possible after sunset Friday evening.

Rain and storms are possible anytime Saturday, from morning through the afternoon and evening. Severe storms are possible Saturday afternoon, especially along and south of US Rt 224 and US Rt 30 from Youngstown through Akron/Canton through Mansfield. Make sure you're paying attention to the latest forecasts if you have outdoor weekend plans because storms could contain frequent lightning, damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain, waterspouts and tornadoes.

Sunday could start off with some light showers, but we will be drying out by the afternoon with cooler temps.

What To Expect:

  • Comfortably cool Thursday night
  • Typical summer heat on Friday
  • Few showers late on Friday
  • More storms on Saturday
  • Saturday storms could be strong or severe
  • Cooler & dryer on Sunday

Daily Breakdown:

Thursday Night: Clearing out with a comfortable airmass settling in.| Low: 57º

Friday: Partly sunny and much warmer. Few showers late.| High: 85º

Saturday: Scattered storms. Some severe. Warm & muggy.| High: 81º

Sunday: Drying out early. Cooler.| High: 72º

Monday: Cool for July. Sun and clouds.| High: 72º

Tuesday: Warmer with seasonal temps.| High: 85º

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