4Warn Weather – Metro Detroit is getting a much different taste of weather after starting the week with severe thunderstorms and temperatures pushing into the upper 80s to 90 degrees.
A dramatic cooldown settled into Southeast Michigan on Wednesday, dropping temperatures by 15 to 25 degrees compared to Tuesday evening.
Instead of heat and humidity, Metro Detroiters are now dealing with chilly breezes, mostly cloudy skies, and temperatures more typical of early spring than late May.
Most communities spent Wednesday in the 50s and lower 60s, with the coolest air over the Thumb.
Cooler air flowing in off the Great Lakes continues overnight as skies gradually clear in some areas.
Temperatures by early Thursday morning are expected to fall into the mid-30s across parts of the Thumb, including some rural and inland locations where patchy frost may develop.
Communities closer to Detroit, Warren, Downriver, and Monroe should remain milder, generally in the lower to mid-40s.
People heading out early Thursday morning will notice a major difference from earlier this week. Jackets, hoodies, and long sleeves will likely be needed during the morning commute, especially with northeast winds occasionally gusting near 20 mph.
The cooler weather could make conditions more comfortable for outdoor work, such as yard cleanup, gardening, and mowing lawns, later Thursday afternoon, once temperatures recover into the lower and mid-60s.
The air will feel crisp and dry compared to the muggy conditions that fueled severe storms on Monday and Tuesday.
Thursday’s weather also looks favorable for baseball in Detroit.
The Tigers host the Cleveland Guardians at Comerica Park on Thursday afternoon, with first pitch scheduled for 1:10 p.m.
Temperatures during the game should climb into the lower 60s with a mix of clouds and occasional sunshine.
Rain is not expected, but fans sitting in shaded areas may want a light jacket or sweatshirt, especially early in the game.
The quiet stretch continues through most of Friday before rain chances begin increasing Friday night.
Current forecast trends suggest Friday daytime plans should remain largely dry with highs climbing back into the upper 60s.
Rain is expected to arrive late Friday night and continue into Saturday morning and early afternoon.
Some periods of moderate rain are possible, and occasional gusty winds may accompany the system.
Saturday does not appear to be a complete washout, but showers and a couple of thunderstorms could affect parts of the day, especially in the morning and midday.
Additional scattered showers or thunderstorms may redevelop Sunday afternoon and evening as temperatures warm back into the 70s.
For now, Memorial Day itself continues to trend favorably for parades, ceremonies, cookouts, and travel plans across Southeast Michigan.
Monday currently looks partly sunny, warmer, and mainly dry with highs approaching the upper 70s.
Temperatures are then expected to continue warming into next week with highs returning near 80 degrees by Tuesday and Wednesday.
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