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Motor City Sizzler: Detroit Heats Up Before Midweek Thunderboomers

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Published on August 17, 2026
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Detroit is starting today under cloudy skies with temperatures around 72 degrees, but the clouds should break as the day goes on. The afternoon will turn partly sunny and reach about 82 degrees, with no meaningful rain expected in the city.

According to the National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac, north winds will run around 6 to 7 mph through the afternoon after a breezier start. Tonight should be partly cloudy and noticeably cooler, with temperatures dipping to about 63 degrees.

Tuesday Brings More Sun And More Heat

Tomorrow will be mostly sunny with a high near 85 degrees, making it the warmest day in the immediate forecast. The weather turns unsettled tomorrow night, when showers and thunderstorms become likely after 8 p.m. and continue into the overnight hours.

Storm Chances Peak Wednesday

Showers and thunderstorms are likely Wednesday, although the day could still see breaks of sunshine between rounds of rain. The high should reach about 80 degrees before another cool night, with temperatures falling near 61.

After the midweek system moves through, Thursday and Friday look much quieter and sunny, with highs near 80 and 81 degrees. The weekend brings another round of rain chances: Saturday could see afternoon showers and thunderstorms, while next Sunday remains mostly sunny with only a slight chance of showers or storms.

Small Craft Advisory Continues On Lake Huron

Boaters on Lake Huron should use extra caution this morning, as a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect until noon. Winds may gust up to 25 knots and produce waves of 3 to 5 feet in nearshore areas, according to the weather service.