Detroit woke up today to a clear sky and a sharp bite in the air, with early morning temperatures stuck in the upper 20s. The payoff for that cold start is a mostly sunny afternoon and a high near 55°F, although a freshening southeast wind will keep it feeling cooler, especially on exposed roads and bridges.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Through the afternoon, southeast winds are expected to run around 6 to 13 mph, with gusts up to about 21 mph and the potential for even stronger gusts overnight into Thursday. That could be enough to nudge around lightweight patio chairs and make a simple walk across an open bridge feel brisk. Boaters and people spending time along the shoreline should stay alert to the gusty setup, according to the National Weather Service in Detroit.
Rain Returns Thursday, Heavier Friday
A slow-moving cold front slides in tomorrow, bringing a chance of rain after about 8 a.m. Showers are expected to become more widespread tomorrow night. Rain amounts Thursday night should stay on the lighter side, roughly one-tenth to one-quarter of an inch, but a steadier and wetter system on Friday, April 10, could drop around a half-inch across much of the area, with localized totals up to an inch where any thunderstorms set up. Wet roads and slower-than-usual commutes are likely late Thursday into Friday, per the National Weather Service in Detroit.
Marine And Travel Notes
Small Craft Advisories remain in effect for parts of Saginaw Bay and nearby Lake Huron waters into Thursday, with elevated wave heights and a gusty southerly flow posing the main headaches for smaller vessels. On land, drivers should be prepared for slick spots when the rain arrives and plan for extra travel time tomorrow and Friday. Anyone organizing outdoor plans may want to bump them to Saturday, when high pressure is expected to move in.
Weekend Outlook
By Saturday, April 11, that high-pressure system should bring a dry, sunny day with highs near 55°F. Temperatures then climb Sunday into early next week, with readings pushing into the upper 60s to mid 70s, along with additional chances for rain later in the week.
