Detroit residents may want to keep their umbrellas handy this week, as the forecast calls for a series of rainy days ahead. According to the National Weather Service, there's a slight chance of showers late this afternoon, with mostly cloudy skies and highs reaching near 47 degrees. Conditions are expected to shift tonight, as showers are forecast to arrive after 8 pm, and with them, a steady east-northeast breeze will bring lows to around 39 degrees.
Monday will likely see some early showers before 7 am, and though clouds continue to linger, the temperature could warm up to 51. The persistent northeast wind will pick up around 10 mph, "Chance of precipitation is 60%," and while the rain may not bring much more than a sprinkle in new precipitation, less than a tenth of an inch is projected to be possible.
As for Monday night, showers are once again "likely" with overcast conditions prevailing and the mercury dipping to the 40s. The northeast zephyr persists with similar speeds, making it an ideal time to secure any loose outdoor items. The certainty of rain increases on Tuesday, with the promise of a 70% chance for showers, as daytime temperatures hover around a cool 48 and blustery gusts peak at 21 mph.
Tuesday's weather narrative unfolds similarly, hinting at nightfall showers and cloudy skies, sights now familiar to Detroit's denizens. As winds from the north-northeast gain momentum, Wednesday presents a high near 43 with an "80% chance of precipitation" ensuring that the showers are more than just a passing threat. Even as the week progresses, the soggy conditions are expected to persist until Thursday night, when the skies will finally start to clear.
Residents looking forward to some respite from the gloom will find solace by Friday, with mostly sunny weather and highs inching upward towards 49 degrees. The clearing trend continues into Friday night, settling at a temperature around 34. By Saturday, the region can anticipate a capacious sky, awash with sunshine and high temperatures peaking at a more agreeable 54 degrees, potentially bringing back a sense of normalcy after the week's persistent dampness.
