Detroit is stuck under a cold, gray blanket today, with mid-30s temperatures, light snow showers, and a wind that bites harder than the thermometer suggests. Light snow is expected through the morning into early afternoon, with a high near 36°F before readings slide toward 30°F later in the day as a colder air mass takes over. Strengthening west winds will make both the morning and afternoon commutes feel noticeably colder.
What To Expect Today
The National Weather Service is calling for a chance of snow showers from about 7 a.m. through early afternoon. Most of Detroit and nearby neighborhoods should only see a dusting, while areas north of I-69 could locally pick up around a half-inch. Highs should top out near 36°F before falling into the low 30s late in the day.
West winds of 10 to 16 mph will kick up, with gusts pushing roughly 25 to 30+ mph at times. That means wind chills in many spots will run in the teens, even as the actual air temperature hovers in the 30s. Forecasters report that there are no watches or warnings in effect for southeast Michigan today.
Weekend Trend
Temperatures rebound on Friday, with highs climbing to around 50°F. After that, a pattern shift drags colder air back into the region for the weekend. There is a slight chance for light snow Saturday afternoon, with the better chance for accumulating snow late Saturday night into Sunday morning. Plan on highs closer to 30°F on Sunday and be ready for slick spots where any heavier bands of snow pass through.
Commute And Travel Tips
Give yourself a little extra time on the roads, especially during the morning and evening rush, and secure any loose outdoor items that might take flight in the gusts. Drivers should watch for brief visibility drops under the more intense snow showers. Transit riders can expect occasional delays and should allow some buffer time for buses and flights.
For a live look at road conditions and plow activity before you head out, pull up the state's MiDrive map: MDOT MiDrive map.
