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The best time to visit Cleveland

Month-by-month climate averages for Cleveland, OH, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

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Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Cleveland is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest September rain is behind you.

Cleveland is warmest in July (highs near 75°F) and coldest in February (lows around 23°F), with roughly 38 inches of precipitation across the year and September the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, July and August. Expect overnight frost in January, February, March and December.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Cleveland forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Cleveland weather by month

what to expect in Cleveland through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Cleveland's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Cleveland by season.

Jan
34°
25°
Cold
Feb
36°
23°
Cold
Mar
41°
29°
Cool
Apr
53°
40°
Cool
May
61°
50°
Mild
Jun
72°
60°
Warm
Jul
75°
66°
Warm
Aug
75°
66°
Warm
Sep
69°
60°
Mild
Wettest
Oct
59°
50°
Mild
Nov
48°
39°
Cool
Dec
38°
31°
Cold

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Cleveland?
The most comfortable time to visit Cleveland is usually May, June, July and August, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest September rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Cleveland?
July is the warmest month in Cleveland, averaging highs near 75°F.
What is the coldest month in Cleveland?
February is the coldest month in Cleveland, with lows around 23°F. Overnight frost is likely in January, February, March and December.
When is the rainy season in Cleveland?
The wettest month in Cleveland is usually September, out of roughly 38 inches of precipitation across the year.

Cleveland month by month