Michigan air feels sharp and still this morning, with frost clinging to windshields and rooftops across Grand Rapids. As of mid-morning, temperatures sit at 20 degrees at Gerald R. Ford International Airport under mostly cloudy skies.
Roads remain dry in most spots, but side streets and shaded ramps could stay slick after the deep chill. This is prime flash-freeze season in West Michigan. When melting begins and temperatures drop quickly, black ice can form without warning.
Skies turn partly sunny this afternoon, pushing highs to 31 degrees. That keeps us near freezing, so melting stays limited. Winds remain light from the northwest.
Temperatures fall to around 15 degrees tonight. Any damp pavement could refreeze quickly after sunset. Use caution on I-196 and US-131 during the late commute and early Friday drive.
Sunshine builds Friday with highs near 38 degrees. That begins a steady February thaw. Friday night stays mostly clear, with lows near 24.
Valentine’s Day Saturday brings partly sunny skies and a high near 41. Sunday climbs to 43 with mostly sunny conditions. It will feel noticeably milder compared to this morning’s bite.
No significant snow is expected through the weekend. However, early morning icy patches remain possible where daytime melting occurs.
Early next week trends warmer and more active. Highs rise into the mid to upper 40s Tuesday, with showers likely by Tuesday night and Wednesday. The 6–10 day outlook favors above-normal temperatures across Michigan, signaling building spring vibes into midweek.
Five Day Outlook for Grand Rapids, Michigan:
Today: Partly sunny, high 31.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 38.
Saturday (Valentine’s Day Feb. 14): Partly sunny, high 41.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 43.
Monday: Partly sunny, high 44.
