Geography of Cleveland
Geography of Cleveland: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cleveland
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is 16 mi to the south-east, Detroit is 90 mi to the north-west, Wayne County is 90 mi to the north-west and Pittsburgh is 115 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 41°29′57.5″N 81°41′39.8″W (41.4993, -81.6944)
Quick facts about Cleveland
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Ohio |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°29′57.5″N 81°41′39.8″W (41.4993, -81.6944) |
| Population | 370.000 |
| Known for | Rock and Roll Hall of Fame |
| Local time | 10:11 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Cleveland is a city in Ohio. Cleveland is known for Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. It has a population of about 370.000.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Cleveland with partly cloudy. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 60°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Cleveland is June, July, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 22°F.
The closest major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), about 184 mi away. Nearby highlights include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, Niagara Falls and Niagara Falls State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 71°F is 4.3°F below the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cleveland today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Cleveland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° | 22° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 36° | 27° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 35° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 54° | 44° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 54° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 75° | 65° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 70° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 76° | 67° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 63° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 62° | 53° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 40° | 32° | 4,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cleveland?
Cleveland is a city in Ohio. Its coordinates are 41.4993, -81.6944. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cleveland right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 73% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cleveland?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Cleveland, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cleveland in?
Cleveland observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:11 PM.
How many people live in Cleveland?
Cleveland has a population of approximately 370.000.
What is the nearest airport to Cleveland?
The closest airports are Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 184 mi away, Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 284 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 306 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cleveland?
Popular options include Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Hocking Hills State Park, Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls State Park, CN Tower and Letchworth State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 10:11 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
