Extreme Cold Prompts 19 First Alert Days Monday and Tuesday

Avery K. Bristow

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Extreme Cold Prompts 19 First Alert Days Monday and Tuesday

The weather forecast for the Cleveland area indicates an impending cold snap, leading to the declaration of 19 First Alert Days on Monday and Tuesday. A low-pressure system is currently positioned northwest of the region, causing a significant cold front to approach.

Today’s Weather Forecast

Temperatures are expected to reach around 30 degrees in many communities by late afternoon. A mild air mass will provide some relief today, but winds from the south will remain brisk, with speeds between 10 and 20 mph. Snow is also forecasted for this afternoon due to a disturbance.

Expected Snowfall

Light snowfall accumulation is anticipated, with totals likely under 1 inch.
Additional snowfall of 1 to 4 inches is predicted for areas south of Cleveland overnight.

Upcoming Weather Changes

As night falls, temperatures are forecasted to remain warmer, ranging from 30 to 35 degrees. However, conditions will be blustery, with winds shifting from the southwest. Snow will continue throughout the night, primarily affecting lakeshore counties.

Weekend Outlook

On Saturday, light snow is expected during the day, adding potentially another inch of accumulation. Temperatures will drop to the 20s by late afternoon, followed by a cold Saturday night with temperatures plummeting to around 10 degrees.

Arctic Blast Ahead

Sunday will bring extremely cold conditions, with high temperatures struggling to reach 20 degrees. An arctic air mass is predicted to move in on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and continue into Tuesday, drastically dropping temperatures.

Wind Chill and School Closures

Wind chills could plummet to between 10 and 20 degrees below zero, prompting many school districts to close on Tuesday. Lake-effect snow is also possible during this time, further complicating the weather situation.

As a result of this severe cold, El-Balad has activated First Alert Days for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Tuesday. This weather pattern is expected to be the coldest experienced this winter season.