Detroit, MI – Heavy rain and thunderstorms will sweep across Southeast Michigan starting late Tuesday, with the brunt of the storm system arriving Wednesday night. Commuters and residents in Detroit should brace for possible travel disruptions along the I-75 corridor as wind gusts climb near 40 mph and rain totals rise.
According to the National Weather Service, the system brings a 100% chance of rain Wednesday and Wednesday night, with thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m. Tuesday marks the last mostly sunny day before the wet weather pattern locks in. Highs will reach the mid-40s Tuesday, followed by an unseasonably warm high of 66°F Wednesday — a clear sign of the incoming front.
Motorists should take caution during commutes Tuesday night through Thursday morning. Ponding on roads and reduced visibility are possible. Winds will shift from east to south, with gusts as strong as 26 mph on Monday and up to 40 mph later in the week.
Looking Ahead – Five Day Forecast for Detroit:
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 44°F.
- Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, low 36°F.
- Wednesday: Rain and storms likely, high near 66°F.
- Thursday: Rain early, then partly sunny, high 68°F.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, high 59°F.
- Saturday & Sunday: Partly sunny with highs in the mid-50s to near 60°F.
