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Cleveland (OH) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Cleveland can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Cleveland can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 1°C during cooler months like February.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -6°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Cleveland is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1083 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. October brings wetter days averaging 117 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, January experiences a drier climate, with about 66 mm of snow/rainfall spread across 17 snowy/rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Cleveland. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.2 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Forecast for Cleveland (OH)

Fri   Dec 27
12°C | 3°C
SE 6 m/s
1 mm
broken clouds and slight rain

broken clouds and slight rain

Sat   Dec 28
14°C | 9°C
S 6 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Sun   Dec 29
14°C | 6°C
S 7 m/s
24 mm
overcast and heavy rain

overcast and heavy rain

The best time of year to visit Cleveland in the United States of America

During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Cleveland?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cleveland?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cleveland?
    October tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cleveland?
    January is the driest month with 66 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Cleveland?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 307 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.