The recent winter storm in Northeast Ohio has set a remarkable record in Cleveland. On January 15, the city experienced an impressive 7.2 inches of snowfall, surpassing the previous record for that date of 4.2 inches, which was established in 2004. This significant weather event has impacted various areas across the region.
Record Snowfall in Northeast Ohio
The National Weather Service confirmed the snowfall total at Hopkins International Airport. Although the January 15 accumulation set a date record, it did not rank among the top ten one-day snowfalls in Cleveland’s history. The highest single-day snowfall remains 13.6 inches, recorded on February 23, 1993.
Snowfall Totals by Location
- Cuyahoga County:
- Chagrin Falls: 16 inches
- North Royalton: 9 inches
- Brooklyn: 9 inches
- Cleveland Heights: 9 inches
- Parma: 9 inches
- Middleburg Heights: 8 inches
- Broadview Heights: 7 inches
- Geauga County:
- Russell Township: 19 inches
- Hambden Township: 13 inches
- Chardon: 12 inches
- Montville Township: 11 inches
- Burton: 11 inches
- Lake County:
- Madison: 15 inches
- Concord Township: 11 inches
- Ashtabula County:
- Pierpont Township: 14 inches
Weather Forecast
Northeast Ohio residents can expect a brief respite from snowfall, with a possibility of light snow showers returning on Friday. The chance of precipitation is around 60%, and temperatures are forecasted to reach the mid-30s. However, wind gusts could reach up to 26 mph.
In summary, the winter storm has left its mark on Northeast Ohio, setting a new record for January 15 and significantly impacting local communities with substantial snowfall totals.
