As Detroit braces for an incoming bout of inclement weather, residents are advised to keep their umbrellas close at hand. According to the National Weather Service, showers are likely to begin after 8 pm tonight, with cloudy conditions and temperatures dipping to around 70 degrees. The chance of precipitation stands at a considerable 60%, though expected rainfall is predicted to be less than a tenth of an inch.
The weather pattern continues to be unstable going into the weekend, with a high likelihood of showers and potential thunderstorms. Friday's daylight hours could see the storms starting as early as 11 am, and a south wind picking up to 10 mph, gusts reaching as high as 20 mph. The chance for precipitation is pegged at 70%, with the possibility of higher rainfall totals courtesy of thunderstorm activity.
Saturday's forecast doesn't bring much relief; the area is set to experience more showers, with thunderstorms possible after 11 am. The probability for precipitation remains high at 80%, with west-southwest wind speeds ranging from 6 to 10 mph and gusts potentially hitting 18 mph. Residents should be prepared for new rainfall amounts to measure between a tenth and a quarter of an inch, though as usual, that figure might be exceeded where thunderstorms occur.
The National Weather Service indicates a slightly decreased chance of showers and thunderstorms for Sunday, but the likelihood increases again in the afternoon. Partly cloudy skies are expected to yield a high near 78 degrees, with the chance of precipitation hovering at 60%. By nighttime, the potential for rain and storms diminishes some, presenting a continuous back-and-forth between calm and tempestuous summer weather patterns in the region.
Looking ahead to next week, Monday shows promise of clearer skies with a mostly sunny forecast and a high near 77 degrees. The clear trend seems set to continue into Tuesday with sunny conditions and daytime temperatures remaining consistent in the mid-70s. Nighttime will offer cooler relief as temperatures are expected to drop to around 57 degrees both Monday and Tuesday nights.
