GAYLORD, Mich. – Northern Michigan will enjoy a brief stretch of calm, sunny fall weather before a wet pattern returns later this week, according to the National Weather Service in Gaylord.
After a mostly sunny Tuesday with highs near 59°F, clouds will increase overnight as a weak disturbance brings a 30% chance of light showers late tonight into Wednesday morning. Conditions improve again Wednesday afternoon, with sunshine returning and highs in the mid-50s.
A stronger system will arrive Thursday night, spreading widespread showers across northern Lower Michigan through Friday and into Saturday. Rain chances climb to 70% Thursday night and remain high through Saturday morning. Temperatures will hold steady, with highs in the low to mid-60s before cooler air filters in over the weekend.
While severe weather is not expected, periods of steady rain may affect travel along I-75 and local outdoor events across Otsego, Crawford, and Cheboygan Counties.
Five-Day Forecast for Gaylord, MI:
Tue: 59/38 – Mostly sunny, calm winds.
Wed: 57/34 – Morning showers, then clearing.
Thu: 61/46 – Sunny early, rain overnight (70%).
Fri: 65/52 – Showers likely.
Sat: 67/45 – Cloudy, more showers likely.
