Detroit woke up on the brisk side this morning, with temperatures hovering near 46°F at 5:40 a.m. ET and a blanket of chill in the air. Low-lying spots picked up some pockets of frost overnight, so gardeners will want to give those tender plants a quick inspection before heading out. Clouds stick around early, but skies gradually brighten as the day goes on, even as the afternoon commute turns noticeably breezy.
Frost Advisory And Today's Forecast
A Frost Advisory remains posted for parts of southeast Michigan through 8 a.m. EDT, so this is a good morning to cover vulnerable plants and grab an extra layer if you are out early. Once the frost threat fades, the day shapes up mostly sunny with a high near 57°F. West-northwest winds of 3 to 14 mph, with gusts up to 22 mph, will add a blustery edge. Rain chances stay low overall, according to the National Weather Service.
Late Night Into Friday, May 8
Tonight turns mostly cloudy with a low around 42°F and a chance of rain showers developing after 2 a.m. tomorrow. Any showers that do sneak in should be light and spotty. Tomorrow looks milder, with a high near 64°F and west-southwest winds between 3 and 12 mph, gusting around 18 mph. A light jacket will come in handy next evening as a few hit-or-miss showers may linger overnight.
Weekend Shift: Warmer Then Stormy
Saturday brings a noticeable warmup, with highs near 72°F as a stronger southwest flow takes over. Showers and thunderstorms become increasingly likely in the afternoon and evening, and the breeze kicks up with gusts up to around 28 mph. It is a good idea to secure outdoor furniture and plan for possible impacts to games, parties, and other outdoor events. The unsettled pattern holds Saturday night, while next Sunday, trends drier with a high near 62°F and just a slight chance of lingering showers.
Plan ahead: keep plants protected through the early morning, tie down loose yard items before the breezy afternoon settles in, and keep a close eye on the forecast if you are banking on outdoor plans Saturday. Check out the earlier cold snap and gusty conditions for a reminder of how quickly Detroit's weather can flip the script.
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