Metro Detroit weather: Mild Sunday night, summer-like warmth Monday
Tonight will be mild with temperatures closer to our average highs rather than our average lows for this time or year. Tomorrow will feel more like August than October. Showers and storms return tomorrow night, and some may be nasty. It remains warmer than average most of this week. More fall-like weather will be reserved for the end of this week.
Metro Detroit weather: Warm Sunday evening, warmer Monday
Warm weather continues to influence evening and overnight conditions. Usually, weโd be using our furnaces and car heaters this time of year. This evening we can enjoy an outdoor evening stroll without a jacket then sleep safely with the windows up overnight. Tomorrow will feel more like August than October. Showers and storms return tomorrow night, and some may be nasty. It remains warmer than average most of this week.
Metro Detroit weather: Scattered afternoon and evening thunderstorms in the forecast
Most of us didnโt get any rain on Saturday, but a cluster of evening storms moving east from the Saginaw area raked the thumb with strong wind gusts and torrential downpours. Fortunately, we are starting our Sunday on a much quieter note.
Metro Detroit weather: More heat, humidity coupled with severe storm threat
Most of us didnโt get any rain on Saturday, but a cluster of evening storms moving east from the Saginaw area raked the thumb with strong wind gusts and torrential downpours. Fortunately, we are starting our Sunday on a much quieter note.
Metro Detroit weather: Flood watch in effect as rain showers, thunderstorms return
More showers and thunderstorms give Fridayโs deluge a run for its money Saturday. Two to four inches of rain fell yesterday. At least, one to two inches will fall in places before today ends. The same stationary front responsible will bring more rain, tomorrow, and even more much of next week.
Metro Detroit weather: Brighter, cooler and less breezy Saturday
Wind: E 4 to 9 knots; Waves: 1 to 2 feet; Water Temp: 38 degrees. Water Temp: 38 degrees. Wind: E 4 to 9 knots; Waves: 1 to 2 feet; Water Temp: 36 degrees. Water Temp: 36 degrees. Wind: E 4 to 9 knots; Waves: 1 to 2 feet; Water Temp: 34 degrees.
Metro Detroit weather: Wet, windy and warm Wednesday
We will have some scattered showers cross the area Wednesday morning, and then skies become partly cloudy. It becomes partly cloudy Wednesday night, with lows in the mid to upper 40s. It will be partly cloudy Friday night, with lows in the mid 30s. Showers end early Sunday, then it becomes partly cloudy and breezy with highs in the low 50s. Remember to download the FREE Local4Casters weather app -- itโs easily one of the best in the nation.
Metro Detroit weather: Warmest high of the week expected Wednesday
DETROIT โ Temperatures jump back above normal then fall right back down, all while we hunt for any sign of a single snowflake or raindrop. Weโll get there on Wednesday, with our warmest high of the week. Beyond that temperatures come right back to near normal levels, around 40 in the afternoons. The cold front that will drop temperatures for Thursday, along with a trailing trough, should sail through with very little moisture. AdNext Big ThingThe next big weather impact should come with a strong low pressure center arriving Wednesday.
Detroitโs average spring temperatures trending warmer
DETROIT โ Today is the start of meteorological spring (astronomical spring, formally called the vernal equinox, begins March 20). For climatological purposes, we use the calendar months of March, April and May for our spring statistics, and global warming is having an impact on those stats. Check out this short video (above) -- itโs less than a minute and wonโt waste your time. Trust me: Iโve received plenty of it over the years (some of it so untrue, misleading and sensationalistic that it made me angry), and all of it goes into the trash. Related: Climate change explainer: Earth is warming but winters could get worse -- hereโs why
Metro Detroit weather: Cold Sunday, snow returns tonight
After some morning sunshine and subzero conditions, temperatures rise and clouds gather this afternoon. Temperatures continue to rise and snow starts to fall tonight and tomorrow morning. We have not seen temperatures rise above freezing since Feb. 5, but thereโs a good chance of that happening, Sunday afternoon. Monday morning, rain will mix with snow at times, and this will cut down on snow totals. Afternoon temperatures return to the 30s.
Metro Detroit weather: Temperatures tumble Tuesday night to coldest point in more than 2 years
DETROIT โ Temperatures tumble tonight to our coldest point in more than two years. Temperatures will tumble to their lowest point since February 2019. But a lot of areas (if not most) outside the Metro Zone are on their way to negative numbers for overnight lows. Hereโs some hope: temperatures will be on a slow, steady rise from that point into early next week. Past that point, we can actually look for some above normal temperatures.
Metro Detroit weather: Frigid temperatures continue with snow possible before next week
DETROIT โ A lot of the Midwest is dealing with worse cold, but our temperatures arenโt getting warmer any time soon. Expect single digits in the Metro Zone, while some outlying areas in the North and Metro Zone will see negative lows (albeit briefly). Everyone except parts of the South Zone should miss any snow. Thursday night into Friday, weโll get another round of light snow. Saturday night brings another round of light accumulation which should be done by breakfast on Sunday morning.
Arctic air advisory in Michigan: Tips for keeping cars in shape for travel
DETROIT โ Temperatures are expected to hover in the teens and single digits throughout this week in Michigan, with wind chills dipping into the negatives. AAA is issuing its own statewide Arctic air advisory and offering the following tips for drivers to help keep their vehicles ready for travel in the cold temps:Battery โ Have charging system tested to ensure itโs fully charged and in good condition. Engine Coolant โ Use one that provides anti-freeze protection down to the lowest temperatures you are likely to encounter; -30oF/-34oC is a good guideline. If you donโt have access to a garage, put a tarp over the hood or park in a wind-protected area. Hereโs what you should do to prepare for a dead battery:Always travel with a cell phone and car charger.