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Wind Whips Detroit Before Sunny Weekend Warm-Up

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Published on September 22, 2026
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Detroit’s Tuesday forecast calls for partly sunny skies and temperatures in the low to mid-60s, with a cool, breezy feel. Northeast winds around 15 mph may bring gusts near 28 mph.

Midweek Shower Chance Stays Low

The rain threat is limited, but not entirely off the table. A slight chance of showers arrives after 2 a.m. Wednesday, followed by a 30% chance before 2 p.m. Wednesday, with the best odds south of I-94, according to the National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac. That timing is a narrower threat than the broader midweek setup described in Monday’s Hoodline forecast.

Sunny Stretch Arrives Thursday

Wednesday was forecast to become partly sunny later, with a high near 63 degrees, before the pattern dries out. Thursday should be mostly sunny near 64, followed by mostly sunny skies and a high near 66 Friday. Weekend skies should be mostly sunny, with highs around 70 to 71 degrees.

Overnight lows will remain crisp, generally in the mid to upper 40s through the weekend. For anyone planning outdoor activities, the second half of the week looks far more cooperative than Tuesday’s jacket-and-wind situation.

Boaters Face Stronger Winds

There are no land-based watches or warnings listed for Detroit, but Small Craft Advisories remain in effect through 10 p.m. Wednesday for nearby waters including Lake St. Clair, Lake Huron and Michigan waters of Lake Erie. Marine winds may produce elevated waves, with some gusts briefly topping 30 knots.