Halloween Forecast: Rain, Wind, Low Temps In Northeast Ohio

CLEVELAND — It may be more trick than treat for costumed kiddies this year. Northeast Ohioans should expect rain and wind on Halloween, according to a forecast from the National Weather Service.

Current forecasts predict a 90 percent chance of rain on Thursday, with 1 to 2 inches of rain set to fall. Temperatures will peak at 65 degrees before dipping into the high 30s. Conditions for trick-or-treaters could be deeply unpleasant.

Most cities will do trick-or-treat on Thursday night. Given projected conditions, parents will want to ensure their children are safe on the evening.

Here are safety tips for families from Cuyahoga County:

• Only visit homes with illuminated porch lights.
• Costumes should be safe for kids. Make sure the costumes have eye holes (if wearing masks), allow for peripheral vision and are fire proof.
• Keep candle-filled jack o'lanterns away from front porch steps. Kids costumes can catch fire.
• Don't go into the home of a stranger.
• Candy should be checked by an adult before being eaten.
• Unwrapped food or drinks should be thrown out and not consumed.