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Western Michigan Weather Alert: 30° Cold in Grand Rapids Nov. 15-19
MICHIGAN — Chilly November air is settling across Grand Rapids, with temperatures expected to fall to 30 degrees before a noticeable warmup. Residents could experience a 27 degree temperature differen
By Tessa Morgan · 2026-11-15T11:23:42.106Z
MICHIGAN — Chilly November air is settling across Grand Rapids, with temperatures expected to fall to 30 degrees before a noticeable warmup. Residents could experience a 27 degree temperature difference between Sunday night's low and Thursday afternoon's high.
The colder conditions arrive as West Michigan transitions into several days of sunshine, milder afternoons and occasionally gusty southwest winds.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, temperatures at Gerald R. Ford International Airport were near 39 degrees early Sunday. Wind chills were approximately 34 degrees.
The official outlook calls for mostly dry conditions through Thursday, with the next chance of rain appearing Saturday.
Grand Rapids Temperatures Drop Near Freezing Sunday brings partly sunny skies and temperatures reaching approximately 48 degrees.
Northwest winds remain relatively light, around 5 mph, before calming later in the day.
However, temperatures fall quickly after sunset, reaching approximately 30 degrees Sunday night.
That creates the potential for frost and freezing conditions across exposed outdoor surfaces.
Residents should consider protecting sensitive plants and allowing extra time to clear frost from vehicle windows Monday morning.
Drivers traveling Interstate 96, Interstate 196 and US 131 should remain mindful of isolated slick spots wherever moisture freezes.
The official outlook does not indicate widespread freezing precipitation or accumulating snow.
Monday and Tuesday Bring Warmer Afternoons Monday begins a gradual warming trend, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 52 degrees.
West southwest winds increase to 5 9 mph during the afternoon, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph.
Monday night remains chilly, with temperatures near 34 degrees.
Tuesday brings another improvement as sunshine pushes temperatures toward 54 degrees.
Southwest winds continue around 5 9 mph, with gusts reaching approximately 21 mph.
For commuters and outdoor workers, the milder afternoons should offer welcome relief from the early November chill.
Wednesday and Thursday Extend the Warmup Wednesday brings mostly sunny skies and temperatures near 55 degrees.
By Wednesday night, temperatures remain around 43 degrees, noticeably warmer than earlier in the week.
Thursday continues the trend, with mostly sunny skies and highs approaching 57 degrees.
The National Weather Service Weather Prediction Center indicates high pressure building across the Ohio Valley, supporting generally dry conditions across the broader region.
Although lake effect precipitation remains possible elsewhere around the Great Lakes, the supplied Grand Rapids outlook does not indicate local snow accumulation.
No tornado threat is identified in the local five day outlook.
Grand Rapids Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 15 19 Sunday, Nov. 15: Partly sunny, high 48°F. Northwest winds around 5 mph. Partly cloudy Sunday night, low 30°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Mostly sunny, high 52°F. West southwest winds 5 9 mph, gusting to 20 mph. Mostly clear Monday night, low 34°F. Tuesday, Nov. 17: Sunny, high 54°F. Southwest winds 5 9 mph, with gusts reaching 21 mph. Mostly clear Tuesday night, low 35°F. Wednesday, Nov. 18: Mostly sunny, high 55°F. Partly cloudy Wednesday night, low 43°F. Thursday, Nov. 19: Mostly sunny and milder, high 57°F. Partly cloudy Thursday night, low 43°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 20 21 Friday looks partly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 58 degrees.
Friday night brings mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 45 degrees.
Saturday introduces a chance of showers, with afternoon highs approaching 63 degrees.
The extended trend suggests Grand Rapids could experience increasingly mild November weather before rain chances return next weekend.
For now, the biggest concern remains Sunday night's freezing temperatures, followed by several days of improving conditions.
How cold did it feel in your Grand Rapids neighborhood this morning? Are you ready for temperatures approaching the 60s next weekend? Share your observations below.