Detroit is waking up to a clear but chilly day, with temperatures near 38 F and clouds gradually filling in as the day goes on. Any light rain brushing parts of the metro is most likely during the morning commute and should taper off by afternoon as winds strengthen. Highs will push into the low 60s, a brief and welcome warm spell before a sharp cooldown arrives Sunday.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Forecasters call for a chance of light rain before noon, then mostly cloudy skies with a high near 62 F and west winds around 13 mph, gusting up to 23 mph this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac. Hour-by-hour guidance points to the best window for spotty showers between roughly 7 a.m. and 11 a.m., so the morning drive could be damp in places.
Strong Cold Front Sunday
A strong cold front is expected Sunday afternoon and is set to bring a good chance of showers plus a significant cooldown for Monday. Forecasters note that a 20 to 30°F north-to-south temperature contrast is possible, with the warmest readings hugging the far southern border and a slight chance of thunderstorms there.
What To Know For Your Plans
Plan on an umbrella for the morning and take a moment to secure loose outdoor items before the gusty afternoon winds kick in; high-profile vehicles may feel those stronger gusts on exposed bridges. Boaters should keep a close eye on conditions, as winds behind the front could reach 20 to 30 knots, about 23 to 35 mph, with Small Craft Advisories likely on the larger lakes. Conditions should gradually moderate by Monday, with highs recovering into the low 40s.
