Temperatures Cool Significantly through the week

Hurricane Isaias slams Florida, remnants target Metro Detroit Sunday

Strange but true: Florida endures another hurricane landfall on Oct. 9, exactly two years after Hurricane Milton. Saturday brings a warmup to Southeast Michigan, with temperatures reaching the mid- to upper 70s and good weather for Michigan State’s Homecoming game. The remnants of Isaias then turn toward the Ohio...

Outflow Boundary Sends Sudden 40 MPH Wind Gusts South Across Michigan’s Thumb Toward Flint and Sarnia After Caseville Records 53 MPH Gust

FLINT, MI — A south-moving outflow boundary pushed across Michigan’s Thumb region Wednesday night, bringing the potential for wind gusts over 40 mph. Caseville recorded a 53 mph gust at 9:09 PM as the boundary moved through. The boundary may not have any rain associated with it, meaning strong winds could arrive with little warning. Residents from the Thumb south toward Flint and Sarnia were advised to expect a few minutes of gusty winds over the following hour.

Detroit Basks in 70s Before Sunday Soaker Drenches Weekend

Detroit is waking up to clear skies and temperatures near 46 degrees Friday, but the day will warm quickly under mostly sunny conditions. The afternoon high should reach about 70 degrees, with a light west-southwest breeze keeping things comfortable rather than blustery. It is a classic fall setup, at least until the weekend starts changing the script.

Remnants of Hurricane Isaias to affect SE Michigan weather over the weekend

Hurricane Isaias, which strengthened into a Category 3 storm on Friday, has a forecast track that will send its remnants toward Southeast Michigan.

Metro Detroit gets near-perfect start to weekend before soggy finish

Friday night football stays dry, but jackets will become useful after sunset. Saturday is shaping up to be the weekend’s best day for outdoor plans. Rain chances increase Sunday as tropical moisture moves into the region. Hurricane Isaias is bringing dangerous storm surge, wind, and flooding threats to the...

Summerlike warmth fades as Isaias becomes Metro Detroit’s weekend wildcard

A summerlike Wednesday gives way to more seasonable weather heading into Thursday and Friday. Another warmup arrives Saturday, setting up what could be the nicest day of the weekend. Hurricane Isaias continues to strengthen in the Gulf after becoming the Atlantic basin’s first hurricane of the season. The storm’s...

Grieving for Elmwood Cemetery’s historic bur oak

A nearly 300-year-old bur oak at Detroit’s Elmwood Cemetery is being mourned after a powerful storm caused serious damage to the historic tree. The tree was one of 19 trees lost at the cemetery when a tornado went through Detroit’s east side last month. Officials say strong winds...

Issues of the Environment: How Washtenaw County is preparing for extreme weather before it hits

Rebekah Warren: When severe weather hits, we tend to think about: what happens afterward? Flooded basements, downed trees, damaged roads, power outages and the cost of cleaning it all up. But what if some of the most important work happens before the storm? Here in Washtenaw County, local governments are increasingly looking at how to move from reacting to disasters to actually reducing the risks those disasters create. One of the tools they're using is called a "hazard mitigation plan," a long-term blueprint for identifying vulnerabilities and making investments in those vulnerabilities before they become emergencies. And that work is connected to a much larger vision for resilience and climate action across Washtenaw County. I'm Rebekah Warren, and this is Issues of the Environment. Joining me today is Beth Gibbons, director of the Washtenaw County Resiliency Office. Beth, thank you for being with us today!

Clouds Get the Boot as Detroit Basks in Warm, Sunny Wednesday

Wednesday is expected to be mostly cloudy, but the day is headed somewhere much warmer. Mostly sunny conditions should take over, with the high reaching about 75 degrees and only a slim chance of a stray shower. Southwest winds will add some breeze, with gusts potentially reaching 22 mph. Warm,...

Frosty start in Thumb, warmer finish across Metro Detroit Tuesday

4Warn Weather — A chilly October night is ahead across Southeast Michigan, with frost possible in parts of the region before temperatures climb back above normal later this week. Frost Advisory issued for the Thumb. A Frost Advisory is in effect from midnight through 8 a.m. Tuesday for Sanilac,...

5 Historic Michigan Blizzards You’ll Be Glad You Didn’t Have to Face

Michigan’s blizzard history changes depending on where you look. A storm that brought rain and modest snow to Detroit could bury communities farther north. Another could batter ships on the Great Lakes while people ashore faced whiteout conditions. The state’s shape and position make a single statewide snowfall figure a poor way to tell these stories.

Patchy Frost Possible Early Tuesday Morning

Bright sunshine Monday was counterbalanced by northwesterly winds, so while our skies were nice and bright, our temperatures for the day were a little disappointing. Overnight, we'll see lots of starlight, and our winds will be light & variable. That combination will allow temperatures to tumble. Lows early Tuesday morning will be mainly in the middle 30s, so some patchy frost looks to be a pretty good bet.

After a chilly start, today will be rather pleasant

A Frost Advisory is in effect until 8am. We have a long stretch of dry weather ahead. Look for some passing clouds and a southerly breeze, with afternoon temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. Overnight won't be as chilly, as we pick up a stronger southwest wind. Lows will...

Northern Metro Detroit communities may get first frost of season

Communities on Metro Detroit's northern edge may be hit with the season's first frost this week, although most of the region will likely hold steady for another week or two with above-freezing temperatures, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures in the area were expected to dip into the low- to mid-40s on Monday, Oct. 5, said Alex Manion, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in White Lake Township. "Early Tuesday morning there's a potential to drop into the mid- to upper 30s for areas outside the metro urban area," Manion said. "We're talking the northern suburbs: Northern Oakland County, northern Macomb county, northern Washtenaw County. When you get into the mid- to-upper 30s range, there's a potential for patchy frost, but not widespread frost or freeze." More: When will lower Michigan see first frost? Weather data provides guide After a mild day today, high temperatures hold in the low 60s tomorrow, with frost possible Monday night. pic.twitter.com/tgbyLVwbA1 — NWS Detroit (@NWSDetroit) October 4, 2026 Temperatures for most of Metro Detroit likely will remain above freezing for another week or two, Manion said. "There's no immediate frost potential (in most of Metro Detroit)," he said. For Detroit, the average

Scattered Morning Showers, Mild Day

Mild temperatures, near 70 today. Widely scattered showers this morning. Clearing skies through the day. Cooler behind a cold front tomorrow. Meteorologist Lori Pinson has your forecast.