This morning, Detroit woke to clear, cool air and temperatures hovering around 48°F at local observation sites. It is a calm start, but it will not last long. Mostly cloudy skies and a persistent east breeze are set to nudge highs into the mid-60s this afternoon, with rain gearing up to move in late tonight into the next morning.
Late Friday Night Into Saturday
Rain showers are likely after 11 p.m. today, becoming more widespread across southeast Michigan into the next morning. Most areas are expected to see between a quarter and three-quarters of an inch of rain, with localized totals near an inch possible from Monroe to Port Huron. East winds of 13 to 18 mph with gusts up to about 30 to 31 mph will keep things feeling raw and blustery and will help hold daytime temperatures in the mid-60s. These timing, rainfall, and wind details are from the National Weather Service Detroit.
Boaters And Commute
Small Craft Advisories are posted for nearshore waters through tomorrow morning, making the Detroit River, Lake St. Clair, and nearshore Lake Erie choppy and a rough ride for small boats. Drivers should plan on slower Saturday-morning commutes where the heavier rain bands set up and watch for ponding on low-lying streets. For background and earlier planning tips, see yesterday's preview: sun-soaked preview.
Looking Ahead
Most of the rain should taper off tomorrow night, setting the stage for a warm-up. Memorial Day, next Monday, looks mostly sunny with highs near 80°F. Midweek turns hotter with highs returning to the low-to-mid 80s, so it will be worth checking the hourly forecast before locking in any outdoor plans.
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