Detroit woke to clear, cool air this morning, with temperatures in the 50s and blue skies along the riverfront. Today will be mostly sunny with a high near 77°F and light southeast breezes, making it an easy day for parks, patios, and errands. Tonight stays mostly clear with a low around 55°F.
Today's Forecast
According to the National Weather Service Detroit, today will be sunny with a high near 77°F and southeast winds of 2 to 7 mph, followed by a mostly clear night with a low around 55°F. Light winds and low humidity should keep things comfortable into Tuesday, but forecasters say a building ridge will drive temperatures sharply higher later in the week. Humidity is expected to return, along with a slight chance of afternoon or evening showers and thunderstorms on Friday.
Week Ahead
Today looks mild with a high near 79°F. On Tuesday, it should top out near 78°F, with north-northeast winds and gusts up to around 20 mph. By Wednesday, readings climb into the low 80s. The biggest jump comes on Thursday, when highs could reach the upper 80s, and on Friday, highs may push close to 90°F, with a slight chance of showers or thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening. For more on the setup behind this warmup, see how the week heats up.
Plan Ahead
Make the most of today and the early part of the week; sunscreen and a light layer for the cool mornings should cover it. If you have outdoor events lined up later in the week, be ready for hotter, more humid afternoons and keep an eye on the forecast, especially on Friday, when storms could pop up into the evening. Check the latest updates from the National Weather Service Detroit before heading out on the water or locking in late-week plans.
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