7-Day Weather Forecast for Northeast Ohio

January 21, 2025

Residents of Northeast Ohio should prepare for a week of extreme cold temperatures and varying weather conditions. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning in effect from 7:00 PM EST tonight until 10:00 AM EST on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Wind chills are expected to drop as low as -27°F (-33°C), posing significant risks such as frostbite and hypothermia. It is crucial to dress in layers, limit time outdoors, and ensure pets are protected.

Tuesday, January 21:

Cleveland: Frigid with a snow shower; cloudy in the morning, then intervals of clouds and sunshine in the afternoon. High: 15°F (-10°C), Low: -3°F (-19°C). Extreme cold can be dangerous for outdoor activities.
Youngstown: Times of clouds and sun with a snow shower; brisk and bitterly cold. High: 14°F (-10°C), Low: -11°F (-24°C). Extreme cold can be dangerous for outdoor activities.

Wednesday, January 22:

Cleveland: Mostly sunny, brisk, and bitterly cold. High: 19°F (-7°C), Low: 16°F (-9°C). Extreme cold can be dangerous for outdoor activities.
Youngstown: Bitterly cold with plenty of sunshine. High: 15°F (-10°C), Low: 10°F (-12°C). Extreme cold can be dangerous for outdoor activities.

Thursday, January 23:

Cleveland: Mostly cloudy and not as cold. High: 30°F (-1°C), Low: 18°F (-8°C).
Youngstown: Mostly cloudy and not as cold. High: 27°F (-3°C), Low: 15°F (-10°C).

Friday, January 24:

Cleveland: Chilly with clouds and breaks of sun. High: 26°F (-3°C), Low: 16°F (-9°C).
Youngstown: Very cold with low clouds. High: 23°F (-5°C), Low: 14°F (-10°C).

Saturday, January 25:

Cleveland: Cloudy; breezy in the afternoon. High: 34°F (1°C), Low: 31°F (-1°C).
Youngstown: Cloudy. High: 34°F (1°C), Low: 26°F (-4°C).

Sunday, January 26:

Cleveland: A thick cloud cover. High: 35°F (2°C), Low: 24°F (-4°C).
Youngstown: Cloudy. High: 34°F (1°C), Low: 16°F (-9°C).

Monday, January 27:

Cleveland: Mostly cloudy with a bit of snow. High: 30°F (-1°C), Low: 16°F (-9°C).
Youngstown: Remaining cloudy with a bit of snow. High: 30°F (-1°C), Low: 16°F (-9°C).

Safety Precautions:

Dress Warmly: Wear multiple layers, including hats, gloves, and face masks, to protect against frostbite.
Limit Outdoor Exposure: Avoid prolonged time outside, especially during peak cold periods.
Protect Pets: Keep animals indoors as much as possible and ensure they have a warm, dry shelter with unfrozen water.
Prevent Frozen Pipes: Wrap or drain pipes and allow them to drip slowly to prevent freezing.

Stay informed by monitoring local weather updates and adhere to advisories issued by the National Weather Service. Your safety is paramount during this period of extreme cold.