Detroit woke to clear skies today, with early-morning temperatures hovering around 45°F. Sunshine will carry readings into the low 70s this afternoon, but the day is set to end on a louder note, with a potential line of showers and thunderstorms late Monday night into Tuesday morning.
Afternoon Warmth And Gusty Breezes
Most of Monday afternoon should stay mostly sunny, with a high near 71°F and an east-southeast breeze around 6 to 16 mph. Gusts could reach about 26 mph, especially along exposed stretches and near the lakeshore, so this is not the day to trust unsecured patio cushions. For the official forecast and latest timing, see the National Weather Service.
Storms Move In Late Monday Night
Showers and thunderstorms are most likely to arrive late Monday night. There is a slight chance of showers before 11 p.m., with a higher chance of rain and storms between about 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. Any thunderstorms are expected to be mostly elevated but could still deliver brief heavy downpours, with new rainfall amounts of a few tenths of an inch possible overnight. This timing lines up with our earlier stormy finish forecast.
Boaters And Lakes
Small Craft Advisories are in effect for nearshore waters this evening into Tuesday, including parts of Lake Huron, Lake St. Clair, and the Michigan waters of Lake Erie, and conditions may be unsafe for smaller vessels. Gusts over open water could approach near-gale levels in spots, and wave action could make travel dangerous. If you plan to head out, consider delaying or staying in sheltered harbors. See the latest marine statements and advisories from the National Weather Service Detroit.
Tuesday And The Week Ahead
The cold front is expected to pass through mid to late Tuesday morning, keeping showers likely through the morning and dropping highs back into the upper 50s to mid 60s. The latter half of the week looks cooler and breezy, with only spotty chances for showers, a reminder that Detroit is still firmly in spring’s mood-swing season.
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