Michigan – Rain taps steadily on windshields across Grand Rapids this morning, with soaked roads and rising creeks already signaling a flood risk that could worsen through the day.
According to the National Weather Service, a Flood Warning is in effect for parts of western Michigan, including the Grand Rapids area, as repeated rounds of rain increase runoff and river levels. Periods of showers continue through late morning, with rainfall chances near 80% and brief downpours reducing visibility on US-131 and I-196.
Drivers should expect slick pavement and slower travel during the morning hours. Plan extra time, especially near low-lying roads and river crossings. Water may begin pooling in typical trouble spots by midday.
Conditions gradually improve later today as rain tapers and skies begin to clear. Temperatures reach the low 50s before a sharp drop sets in tonight. Cooler air settles in quickly, with lows falling into the mid-30s. That temperature swing raises a concern for patchy frost and even isolated slick spots early the next day.
Sunday turns noticeably cooler, with highs only near 47°F under partly sunny skies. While drier air moves in, rivers may remain elevated, keeping flood concerns in place even after rain ends.
By Monday, sunshine returns with highs near 48°F, followed by a steady warm-up into the mid-60s Tuesday and near 70°F by midweek. That rebound signals a stronger push of spring after a damp and chilly stretch.
Five Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, MI:
Saturday: Showers early, then partial sun, high near 52°F
Sunday: Mostly sunny, cooler, high near 47°F
Monday: Sunny, high near 48°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 66°F
Wednesday: Sunny, high near 69°F
