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Southeast Michigan Snow Chances Rise Ahead of Thanksgiving Next Friday
Detroit, MI – Southeastern Michigan could experience its first snowflakes of the season in some communities well ahead of Thanksgiving as colder temperatures arrive late next week, bringing the possib
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-11-07T17:12:19.372Z
Detroit, MI – Southeastern Michigan could experience its first snowflakes of the season in some communities well ahead of Thanksgiving as colder temperatures arrive late next week, bringing the possibility of rain and snow across portions of the region.
According to National Weather Service forecasts available Saturday, Nov. 7, areas near Port Huron and St. Clair County could experience mixed precipitation Thursday night, Nov. 12, into Friday, Nov. 13, as overnight temperatures fall toward freezing.
Colder Weather Arrives Before Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving approaching Thursday, Nov. 26, southeastern Michigan is entering a period when early season snow becomes increasingly possible.
The immediate forecast remains relatively mild, with temperatures across parts of the region expected to reach the upper 50s Sunday and lower 60s Tuesday.
Near Port Huron, daytime temperatures could climb to approximately 61 degrees Tuesday before a colder pattern develops later in the week.
By Thursday night, temperatures are forecast to fall to around 30 degrees, with rain and snow possible.
Friday's forecast also includes a chance of mixed precipitation, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 44 degrees.
Metro Detroit and Surrounding Counties
The developing colder pattern could affect communities across southeastern Michigan, including portions of St. Clair, Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties.
However, the supplied forecast specifically identifies rain and snow potential near Port Huron. Snowfall in Detroit and surrounding suburbs remains uncertain.
Will Snow Accumulate Before Thanksgiving?
At this stage, significant snowfall accumulation has not been indicated in the available forecast.
Temperatures, precipitation timing and the arrival of colder air will determine whether communities experience rain, wet snow or a mixture.
Drivers should remain aware of changing conditions, particularly during overnight and early morning hours when temperatures approach freezing.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated National Weather Service forecasts as southeastern Michigan moves closer to its next opportunity for early season winter weather.