A cold front sweeping across Southeast Michigan today will bring showers and the potential for some thunderstorms, especially this afternoon around the Detroit area. Thunderstorms are not expected to be severe.
The front will usher in cooler air for Friday, with a gradual warmup toward the holiday weekend.
No severe weather is anticipated Thursday, but periods of rain and isolated thunderstorms are in the forecast.
Forecast highlights for Southeast Michigan:
– A band of showers moving across northern Lower Michigan today marks a shift in the weather pattern as a cold front stretches from northern Lake Huron to Green Bay, bringing scattered showers to southeastern Michigan through the afternoon.
– Metro Detroit is expected to see the front arrive by early evening, with winds turning to the north. The Thumb region could experience gusty conditions, with north winds up to about 30 mph this afternoon. Rainfall amounts are expected to average around 0.25 inches.
– While showers and a few thunderstorms are possible south of the I-69 corridor in the afternoon, the wind profile is not favorable for severe storms.
– Behind the front, temperatures will drop noticeably. Overnight lows will reach the 40s across much of the area, with Metro Detroit staying a touch warmer in the 50s. Friday’s high will likely stay in the upper 60s.
– The weekend looks more welcoming for outdoor plans, with temperatures climbing back into the mid to upper 70s by Labor Day. Pleasant conditions are expected to continue through Monday, followed by another chance of rain later Wednesday into Thursday.
What this means for you:
– If you’re heading out today, bring a rain jacket and an umbrella; plan for a breezy afternoon, especially in the Thumb.
– Outdoor plans Friday through the weekend should be comfortable and bright, with cooler mornings and mild afternoons.
– Stay tuned for updates Wednesday into Thursday next week for another potential round of rain.
Takeaway:
Showers and cooler air move in today, but the weekend should rebound into comfortable, sunny conditions for Labor Day activities.