Detroit residents should keep their raincoats ready and hold on to their hats, as a tumultuous mix of showers, thunderstorms, and even snow showers are set to hit the region starting today, according to the National Weather Service. Today's weather calls for showers likely and the possibility of a thunderstorm prior to 1pm. After a brief pause, the threat of rain and storms will pick back up after 4pm, with new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, although higher amounts could occur during thunderstorms.
Tonight, the tempest continues to ensure nobody will fully rest easily, as showers and thunderstorms are likely before 1am, followed by possible thunderstorms between 1am and 4am, and then persistent showers after 4am. With an estimated low of around 51 degrees and breezy conditions, gusts could reach as high as 24 mph. The Weather Service predicts new rainfall could tally between a quarter and half an inch, making conditions ripe for a soggy morning commute.
The National Weather Service detailed forecast indicates a 50% chance of precipitation on Wednesday, with rain showers possibly turning to snow showers between noon and 1pm. The rest of the week shows a see-saw of weather conditions, with Wednesday night's lows dipping to about 23 degrees and Thursday pulling a sunny outlook with highs close to 38.
For those looking to plan ahead, the weekend offers a break from the volatile weather, kicking off with a sunny Friday with a high near 46 degrees. Saturday and Sunday promise partly sunny skies with highs climbing to 55 and then 60, respectively. However, as we turn to face a new week, Monday holds the potential to once more unfurl the banners of precipitation, with a chance of showers and breezy conditions accompanying a high of around 64 degrees.
