Detroit woke up shivering today under a blanket of low clouds and temperatures stuck in the upper 40s at local stations. The sun is expected to poke through at times and help push the afternoon high to around 59°F, but it will still feel cool on the side. Tonight dips back to about 39°F, so a light jacket will stay your best friend for any late plans.
Today And Tonight
Forecasts call for partly sunny skies with highs near 59°F and a northwest breeze around 5–12 mph. Tonight, clouds linger off and on with a low near 39°F and a light west-northwest wind. These details come from the National Weather Service Detroit.
Thursday Morning Frost Risk
Tomorrow takes the prize for coolest day of the week, topping out only in the mid 50s while late-day gusts could reach about 20–21 mph. The chill from this night into the next morning could be just enough to spark patchy frost in sheltered or low-lying spots. Gardeners are urged to cover tender plants or bring containers inside where possible, with forecasters flagging this frost potential and suggesting extra care for sensitive greenery, according to the National Weather Service Detroit.
Weekend Outlook
Temperatures bounce back on Friday and into the weekend, but the tradeoff is a growing shot at rain. Showers become possible Friday afternoon with about a 40% chance of wet weather, paired with gusty west-southwest winds and another round of showers Friday night. Saturday should be the pick of the bunch, with highs near 71°F and only a slight shower chance. Sunday, on the other hand, carries a better shot at showers and at least a small chance of thunderstorms. For timing and potential impacts, check out our blustery showers set to rattle commutes.
What To Bring
Plan on a thin rain jacket for late-week outings and make sure any loose outdoor items are secured before the gustier stretches roll through. If you are tending a garden, take steps to protect sensitive plants early Thursday morning. There are currently no watches or warnings in effect for Detroit. Keep tabs on updated forecasts from the National Weather Service and local outlets before heading out.
