Detroit, Michigan – A dangerous stretch of hot, humid weather is gripping Southeast Michigan, with heat index values expected to approach 100° through Sunday. A strong thunderstorm is possible today near Saginaw Bay, prompting warnings for rapidly changing conditions and localized hazards.
According to the National Weather Service, the heat index will climb to the low 90s for most of the region on Friday and peak near 94° Sunday afternoon in cities like Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Monroe. The combination of high temperatures and humidity will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially for vulnerable groups and those without access to air conditioning. Scattered showers or thunderstorms could pop up late today, mainly around Saginaw and the Thumb.
Monroe, Pontiac, Port Huron, and Flint will all experience oppressive heat and muggy nights, making it critical for residents to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and check on neighbors. Saginaw could see a break Monday as showers and storms return, but humidity and elevated heat indices will persist.
Anyone traveling or working outside this weekend should take extra precautions, including wearing light clothing and scheduling breaks indoors. Additional advisories or warnings could be issued if conditions worsen. Stay tuned to local updates as heat advisories remain in effect through early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Detroit, MI:
- Friday: 86-89°, isolated storms possible, humid
- Saturday: 90-93°, mostly sunny, hot and muggy
- Sunday: 90-94°, extreme heat and humidity
- Monday: 88-92°, humid, showers and storms developing
- Tuesday: 84-88°, lingering showers, gradually cooler
