Detroit is waking up to clear skies and a chill in the air today, with area stations reporting temperatures around 41°F. Sunshine is expected to stick around through the afternoon with a high near 63°F, but northwest winds will make exposed riverfront spots and bridges feel cooler than the numbers suggest. If you are heading outside, plan on a bright but noticeably blustery day.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
The sun will stay dominant this afternoon, but northwest winds around 3 to 12 mph with gusts up to 20 mph will be along for the ride, especially along the Detroit River and in other open areas. Those gusts could make bike and bridge crossings feel extra brisk and may nudge around lightweight patio furniture, so it is not a bad idea to secure anything that might blow around. This mix of wind and sun holds highs in the low 60s even with colder air higher up in the atmosphere, according to NWS Detroit.
Frost Tonight And Monday Night
Tonight looks partly cloudy with a low around 42°F, and patchy frost is possible in sheltered, low-lying spots before dawn. Tomorrow stays on the cool side with highs near 60°F. The bigger concern arrives tomorrow night, when clear skies and light winds could let temperatures drop into the mid-to-upper 30s outside central Detroit, raising the odds of frost for gardens and potted plants. Gardeners should plan to cover tender plants or bring containers indoors ahead of the overnight chill.
Rain And Thunder Return Tuesday Night
Another system moves in on Tuesday, starting with a chance of morning showers and then a much better chance of showers and thunderstorms Tuesday night. Forecasters point to the overnight hours as the most likely window for more organized rain and storms. Southerly winds will pick up ahead of the front and then flip to the northwest behind it. Brief heavy downpours and gusty winds are possible during the Tuesday night period, according to NWS Detroit.
What To Know For Gardeners And Commuters
Cover or move vulnerable plants tonight and tomorrow night, and secure loose yard items before the gusty afternoon sets in. If you will be on the road Tuesday night, allow extra time for commutes in case you are driving through rain. Keep an eye on forecasts through the week, as conditions trend milder by late week with highs returning to the upper 60s and 70s by Friday and into next weekend.
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