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Upper Michigan Weather Alert: 44° Cold, Then 66° Oct 26-28
Marquette, MI – A dramatic midweek temperature rebound is approaching Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with Marquette expected to climb from a chilly 44 degrees Monday to 66 degrees Wednesday, Oct. 28. The
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-10-25T10:14:18.156Z
Marquette, MI – A dramatic midweek temperature rebound is approaching Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with Marquette expected to climb from a chilly 44 degrees Monday to 66 degrees Wednesday, Oct. 28. The 22 degree increase over two days will follow a damp Sunday and a stretch of colder nighttime temperatures. However, the warmer conditions will arrive with another chance of showers and breezy weather, creating changing conditions for commuters, outdoor workers and residents preparing for the final days of October.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, Sunday, Oct. 25, will bring a 70% chance of showers, mainly before 11 a.m., with temperatures holding near 54 degrees. Rainfall amounts are expected to remain below one tenth of an inch. Conditions turn cooler Sunday night as temperatures fall to approximately 40 degrees, with west winds shifting north after midnight and gusts potentially reaching 20 mph.
Colder Air Arrives Before Wednesday's Warmup Monday brings a noticeable change as mostly cloudy skies and northerly winds keep temperatures near 44 degrees throughout the day. Wind speeds around 10 mph, with gusts reaching 20 mph, could make outdoor conditions feel colder than the thermometer suggests. The chilly weather continues Monday night, when temperatures fall to approximately 37 degrees.
Tuesday offers a modest improvement, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures climbing to around 51 degrees. Nighttime readings recover to approximately 45 degrees, signaling a gradual departure from the colder conditions earlier in the week. Although temperatures remain relatively cool, the improving trend sets the stage for Wednesday's much warmer afternoon.
Wednesday Brings 22 Degree Rebound and Showers By Wednesday, Oct. 28, afternoon temperatures are expected to reach approximately 66 degrees, marking a 22 degree increase from Monday's forecast high. The warmer conditions will be accompanied by breezy weather and a chance of showers between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Partly sunny skies are also expected during portions of the day.
The combination of changing temperatures, rain chances and breezy conditions could affect travel along U.S. 41, M 28 and other major routes throughout Marquette County. Wet pavement and occasional reduced visibility are possible where showers develop, although the supplied forecast does not indicate significant flooding, winter precipitation or highway closures.
Residents planning Wednesday afternoon activities should consider keeping rain gear available despite the warmer temperatures. The National Weather Service has not provided a specific precipitation probability for Wednesday in the supplied forecast, making the timing and coverage of showers important details to monitor as the event approaches.
Wednesday night brings partly cloudy skies and a low near 46 degrees. The relatively mild evening will contrast with Monday night's colder temperatures, although another modest cooldown is expected Thursday.
Halloween Weekend Brings Additional Rain Chances Thursday, Oct. 29, is expected to feature mostly sunny skies and a high near 56 degrees, approximately 10 degrees cooler than Wednesday. Thursday night temperatures fall to around 41 degrees under partly cloudy skies, continuing the pattern of cool evenings across the central Upper Peninsula.
Friday brings partly sunny conditions and a high near 59 degrees, along with another chance of showers. Rain chances continue Friday night and into Saturday, Oct. 31, when mostly cloudy skies and temperatures near 60 degrees are expected.
For residents planning Halloween celebrations, the developing shower potential could become an important consideration. However, the current forecast does not specify exact Saturday evening rainfall timing or precipitation probabilities.
Will Wednesday's warmer temperatures change your outdoor plans, or are you already preparing for Halloween weekend?
Five Day Weather Outlook Sunday 10/25: Showers are likely, mainly before 11 a.m., with a 70% precipitation chance and temperatures holding near 54 degrees; increasing clouds follow Sunday night as temperatures drop to 40 degrees, with wind gusts potentially reaching 20 mph.
Monday 10/26: Mostly cloudy skies and north winds around 10 mph will keep afternoon temperatures near 44 degrees, with gusts reaching 20 mph; Monday night remains mostly cloudy, with temperatures falling to approximately 37 degrees.
Tuesday 10/27: Mostly cloudy conditions continue, with temperatures recovering to approximately 51 degrees during the afternoon; Tuesday night remains mostly cloudy, with a low near 45 degrees as the warming trend continues.
Wednesday 10/28: A chance of showers develops between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., with breezy conditions, partly sunny skies and a high near 66 degrees; Wednesday night becomes partly cloudy, with temperatures falling to around 46 degrees.
Thursday 10/29: Mostly sunny skies return as temperatures reach approximately 56 degrees, representing a 10 degree cooldown from Wednesday's high; Thursday night turns partly cloudy, with temperatures falling to around 41 degrees.
Extended Weather Outlook Friday, Oct. 30: Partly sunny skies are expected, with a chance of showers and an afternoon high near 59 degrees. Friday night remains mostly cloudy, with additional shower chances and temperatures near 46 degrees.
Saturday, Oct. 31 — Halloween: Mostly cloudy conditions are expected, with a chance of showers and an afternoon high near 60 degrees. Rainfall timing and precipitation probabilities remain unspecified in the supplied forecast.