DETROIT, MI
— Southeast Michigan residents should brace for a weather rollercoaster this weekend, with
stormy conditions expected Saturday
followed by a refreshing return to
partly sunny skies and 80-degree highs on Sunday
.
Mild Start Before the Weekend Turns Wet
The
National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac
is forecasting comfortable conditions through
Friday
, with
breezy and partly sunny skies
. Highs will hover around
80°F
, and
humidity will begin to drop
into the afternoon.
Friday is expected to continue the pleasant trend with
mostly sunny skies
, daytime highs in the
upper 70s
, and
cooler lows
dipping into the
upper 50s
.
Saturday Storms to Sweep Across the Region
Saturday marks a sharp shift
, as
widespread showers and thunderstorms
are forecast to move in by
late morning
, affecting
Detroit, Ann Arbor, Flint, Monroe
, and surrounding areas. Although
severe weather is not anticipated
, forecasters are warning of
localized downpours and lightning
, which could disrupt outdoor plans.
The
Country Herald
notes that
heavy rain and isolated storms
may persist through the
evening
, urging residents to
prepare backup plans
for any Saturday events.
Sunday Brings Relief With Sunshine
By
Sunday
, skies are expected to clear with a
pleasant mix of sun and clouds
and
highs back near 80°F
. Evening temperatures will remain
mild
, ranging from
58°F to 62°F
across the region.
Planning Ahead and Staying Safe
Anyone with
travel plans or outdoor activities
should
monitor updated forecasts
, particularly as
Saturday’s storms could shift
depending on developing weather patterns. The
National Weather Service
may issue additional
alerts
if conditions change.
Have weekend plans impacted by the stormy forecast?
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