Frost Advisory Issued for Northeast Ohio, Temperatures Plunge Tonight

UPDATE: A Frost Advisory has just been issued for Northeast Ohio and Northwest Pennsylvania, effective from midnight tonight until 9 AM EDT Thursday. Residents are urged to protect their gardens and sensitive plants as temperatures are forecasted to drop sharply into the low to mid-30s.

As the chilly autumn air sets in, the National Weather Service in Cleveland warns that this advisory signals the arrival of the season’s frost. Residents are advised to prepare for potentially damaging cold overnight.

With high pressure building over the region, the weather appears stable through Thursday—except for the frost expected late tonight. While rain from Michigan approaches, the likelihood of significant precipitation remains low, with only trace amounts expected to touch the ground.

Looking forward, the tranquility is set to be disrupted by a warm front moving north on Friday night. This shift will bring scattered rain showers to the northern half of the region, with temperatures projected to rise significantly by Saturday, reaching the upper 70s to near 80°F. This temporary warmth will create a false sense of late summer amid the autumn chill.

Mariners on Lake Erie are also affected, as the Small Craft Advisory is set to conclude at 10 AM today. However, this relief is short-lived; a strong cold front is expected to sweep across the lake by the weekend, shifting winds to a brisk westerly direction at speeds of 20 to 25 knots. Consequently, a low water advisory for western Lake Erie is likely.

Residents are encouraged to stay updated on the weather conditions as this advisory develops, and to take necessary precautions to safeguard their outdoor plants and activities.