Today, Detroit woke to crystal-clear skies and a brisk slap of cold, with morning temperatures in the low 20s. By afternoon, sunshine will nudge readings into the upper 40s, offering a short-lived taste of milder air before a stronger system muscles in later in the week.
Afternoon Warm-Up
Mostly sunny skies this afternoon are expected to bring a high near 47°F, with a gentle south-southwest breeze of 2–10 mph making it feel a bit more bearable than the morning chill. Clouds build back in tonight, with a mostly cloudy sky and a low around 35°F as that southerly flow continues.
Tomorrow, temperatures are set to climb into the mid-50s as warmer air pushes north into the region, according to the NWS Detroit.
Storm Window Thursday
A warm, moist surge sets the stage for a soggy stretch on Thursday, with rain showers likely in the mid-afternoon hours, roughly between 2 and 5 p.m. Additional showers and thunderstorms are expected later in the day. Some of the stronger cells could kick up gusty winds and pockets of heavier rain that may interfere with outdoor plans and evening events.
If you are counting on being outside Thursday afternoon or evening, plan on the rain jacket being non-negotiable and keep a backup indoor option in your back pocket.
Thursday Night Into Friday
Showers and thunderstorms are likely before 8 p.m. Thursday, followed by a chance for a brief burst of snow showers late Thursday night, with lows near 31°F and new snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.
Friday snaps back to a colder feel, with a high near 40°F, though mostly sunny skies are expected to return and hold through the weekend. These timing and impact details are outlined in the NWS Detroit forecast discussion.
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