News Summary
Southeast Michigan is bracing for strong thunderstorms this weekend, with heavy rain, gusty winds, and small hail expected. After the storms, clearing skies will bring cooler temperatures. Sunday’s weather will improve, with mostly sunny conditions and slightly warmer highs. Residents should prepare for the cool down into the 50s at night. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Fernand has formed in the Atlantic, posing no immediate threat to land. Local residents are encouraged to share their weather experiences along with photos.
Southeast Michigan is set to experience strong thunderstorms this weekend, providing much-needed rain to the region. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to hit on Saturday evening, with the most intense storms delivering downpours, gusty winds, and small hail.
The storms will progress east and east-southeast at speeds between 25 to 35 mph. After the thunderstorms, residents can anticipate clearing skies overnight, with low temperatures ranging from 55 degrees in Howell and Sandusky to around 60 degrees in Detroit and Warren. Winds, not associated with thunderstorms, will shift to a westerly direction at speeds of 6 to 12 mph.
On Sunday, the weather is expected to improve significantly, featuring mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies. There may be isolated rain showers in the afternoon, but overall humidity levels are predicted to noticeably drop. High temperatures will reach around 75 degrees, making it advisable for residents to wear light jackets in the cooler morning and evening hours. Westerly winds will continue on Sunday at 5 to 10 mph.
As Sunday night approaches, the lows will feel more like fall, dipping to between 50 to 55 degrees under mostly clear conditions. This trend of cooler temperatures will carry into Monday, which will offer a mix of clouds and sun alongside potential isolated showers. Maximum temperatures on Monday are expected to peak around 70 degrees, which is approximately 10 degrees cooler than average for this time of year. A jacket may be necessary due to the cool air, along with a rain jacket for possible showers. Winds will blow from the west-northwest at 5 to 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 20 mph.
By Monday night, conditions will clear up further with temperatures dropping to the upper-40s and lower-50s. Tuesday is projected to be mostly sunny with high temperatures around 70 degrees, presenting a great opportunity for outdoor activities. Morning temperatures on Tuesday will feel crisp, so layering may be prudent. Expected lows on Tuesday will be around 50 degrees in Livonia and Royal Oak, while areas like Ann Arbor and the Thumb may see lows in the 40s.
As the week progresses, temperatures are forecasted to gradually increase, with highs ranging from the mid- to upper-70s from Wednesday through the upcoming weekend. Residents should be aware that an isolated shower is possible on Friday as a cold front moves through Southeast Michigan.
In addition to the local weather, there is activity in the Atlantic Ocean where Tropical Storm Fernand formed on Saturday afternoon. Currently located around 400 miles south-southeast of Bermuda, the storm is moving north at approximately 15 mph with sustained winds reaching about 40 mph. For now, there are no watches or warnings for land due to Fernand’s predicted trajectory.
The storm is expected to veer northeast, remaining well east of Bermuda and staying over open water. Although Fernand has the potential to strengthen and approach hurricane status by Monday, it is likely to begin weakening on Tuesday. Bermuda might experience rough surf, but the eastern U.S. coastline is not at risk of being impacted by this storm.
Residents are encouraged to share their weather experiences by submitting storm photos to MIPics, allowing the community to capture and enjoy the views of Metro Detroit’s weather.
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