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Detroit, MI Weather Alert: Near-Freezing Cold Nov 13-16
Michigan — Gusty winds, rain slicked pavement and temperatures approaching freezing will bring a noticeable November weather reversal to Detroit.
By Mara Ellison · 2026-11-11T09:46:25.379Z
Michigan — Gusty winds, rain slicked pavement and temperatures approaching freezing will bring a noticeable November weather reversal to Detroit.
After afternoon highs near 55 degrees Wednesday, colder air will sweep across southeast Michigan, pushing temperatures toward 30 degrees by Saturday night.
The 25 degree difference signals a sharp seasonal change for Detroit, Wayne County and surrounding communities.
According to the National Weather Service, Detroit faces a 60% chance of rain Thursday, with wind gusts reaching 25 mph.
The shift comes as meteorologists track an unusually strong push of polar air across the eastern United States.
Thursday Brings Rain and Gusty Winds Thursday, November 12, looks damp and breezy across Metro Detroit.
Rain becomes likely between 9 a.m. and noon, with precipitation chances reaching 60%.
High temperatures reach approximately 46 degrees, nine degrees below Wednesday's expected high.
North winds increase to 8 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching 25 mph.
The National Weather Service expects between one tenth and one quarter inch of precipitation.
Drivers along Interstate 75, Interstate 94 and Interstate 96 should prepare for wet pavement and occasional visibility reductions.
Thursday night brings another temperature decline.
Readings fall toward 34 degrees as north winds continue at 9 to 14 mph.
Gusts could again reach 25 mph, adding a biting chill across exposed areas.
Friday Brings a Colder November Feel Friday, November 13, marks the beginning of a noticeably colder stretch.
High temperatures reach only 40 degrees, approximately 15 degrees below Wednesday's expected high.
Mostly cloudy skies continue, keeping the afternoon cool.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 32 degrees.
That brings freezing conditions into the picture, especially in colder suburban locations.
Residents should consider protecting sensitive plants and checking exposed outdoor faucets.
Although temperatures approach freezing, the supplied Detroit forecast does not predict snow or freezing precipitation.
Saturday Brings Sunshine but Colder Temperatures Saturday, November 14, offers improving weather across southeast Michigan.
Mostly sunny skies return, with temperatures reaching approximately 44 degrees.
However, Saturday night temperatures fall toward 30 degrees.
That represents a 25 degree difference from Wednesday's expected high.
Frost or freezing conditions could develop where temperatures reach or fall below freezing.
For now, no official Freeze Warning is indicated in the supplied local forecast.
Sunday and Monday Continue the Cool Pattern Sunday, November 15, brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 46 degrees.
Temperatures fall toward 31 degrees Sunday night.
Monday offers partly sunny skies, with highs near 47 degrees before temperatures return toward 32 degrees Monday night.
The broader Weather Prediction Center outlook highlights colder Canadian air spreading across the Great Lakes.
Lake effect rain and snow showers are possible elsewhere in the Great Lakes region, but Detroit's local forecast remains dry after Thursday.
No specific tornado threat appears in the supplied Detroit outlook.
Five Day Detroit Weather Outlook Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain likely during the morning, high 46°F. Precipitation chance 60%. Wind gusts up to 25 mph. Low 34°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Mostly cloudy, high 40°F. Low 32°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly sunny, high 44°F. Low 30°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly sunny, high 46°F. Low 31°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Partly sunny, high 47°F. Low 32°F. Tuesday, November 17, brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 48 degrees.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, additional cold spells and lake effect snow opportunities remain possible across Michigan. However, no specific accumulating snowstorm is established for Detroit.
Are you preparing for Detroit's return to freezing temperatures, or hoping the milder November weather sticks around? Tell us how cold it gets in your neighborhood.