Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Cleveland, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Cleveland, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

Important essentials for Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Cleveland, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage

    Cases are climbing again, and areas are returning to lockdown. If you or a companion get COVID-19, you may be stuck with no way home -- but travel insurance can protect you. Learn more about COVID-19 and travel insurance


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly choice.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often wear away. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.

  • (U.S. Residents) Telehealth COVID-19 test for entry to U.S.

    U.S. residents still need a certified COVID-19 test to return home, but it can now be via Zoom. Learn more


  • Touchless thermometer

    A touchless thermometer is important to have.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America by month

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January

January is very cold, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about half of the time and snows about half of the time.

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February

In February, Cleveland can be very chilly, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). During your visit, you can expect extremely heavy snowfall. This is also a rainy time for Cleveland, with several of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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March

In March, Cleveland can be brisk, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 40s F (single digits C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the low 50s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C). During your visit, you can expect extremely heavy snowfall. This is also a rainy time for Cleveland, with several of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

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April

April in Cleveland is cool and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

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May

In May, Cleveland is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (low 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Cleveland, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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June

Traveling to Cleveland in June, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

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July

In July, Cleveland is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 80s F (high 20s C) and once in a while jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Cleveland, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

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August

August for Cleveland is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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September

September in Cleveland is warm and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) to 70s F (low 20s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).

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October

If you visit Cleveland during October, you may notice that it is cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

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November

November is brisk, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time and snows sometimes.

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December

If you go to Cleveland in December, you will notice that it is brisk, somewhat snowy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time and snow regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

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