Detroit wakes up under a thick blanket of clouds this morning, but the air is already mild, in the upper 40s to low 50s, with a steady southwest breeze. The city keeps warming through the afternoon, topping out near 68°F, with spots along the lakeshore running a bit cooler.
Tonight Into Tuesday: Storms Move In
Later today, scattered showers start to bubble up, with a chance of thunderstorms developing after sunset. Activity becomes more widespread and better organized overnight into early Tuesday morning. Rain is likely late Monday night, with temperatures holding stubbornly in the upper 50s to near 60 and southwest winds around 8 to 12 mph. Another round of rain and storms is expected during the day Tuesday as warmer, more humid air pushes back into southeast Michigan.
Tuesday's Severe Threat and Rain Totals
Tomorrow is the main event. Highs climb to around 74°F with stronger southwest winds and a higher chance for organized thunderstorms. The National Weather Service has outlined a Slight Risk for more widespread severe storms on Tuesday, with damaging wind and large hail as the primary threats. Guidance suggests gusts could spike near 30 mph in the stronger cells, with average rainfall through Tuesday of a few tenths of an inch and localized totals near 1 inch possible south of I-69. According to NWS Detroit, the Marginal to Slight Risk area and projected rainfall amounts warrant some extra caution.
Travel and Marine Tips
For drivers, both this evening and tomorrow could feature slower commutes thanks to heavy downpours, ponding on roads, and brief, punchy wind gusts. Build in a little extra time and skip any shortcuts that take you through low-lying or flooded underpasses. On the water, boaters and anyone heading out on the lakes should plan for strong gusts and lightning, with Tuesday evening thunderstorms capable of producing localized gusts over 35 knots. There are no citywide warnings in effect right now, but with this kind of setup, conditions can flip fast, so it is worth keeping a close eye on updates.
Enjoy the mild afternoon while it lasts, keep an umbrella close at hand tonight, and stay ready for quick changes in the weather into Tuesday, March 31. We will update this feed if any watches or warnings are issued.
