GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The morning air carries a quiet bite as the sky begins to pale over western Michigan. Lawns shimmer with a faint frost, car roofs sparkle in the early light, and chimneys send up their first steady wisps of the season. October is drawing to a calm but chilly close, with sunny skies leading into a brief midweek change before Halloween arrives.
Today stays bright and seasonably cool, with highs near 56°F and a gentle east breeze under clear skies. It’s ideal weather for raking leaves, outdoor cleanup, or those early Halloween decorations. Tonight turns cold again, dipping to near 32°F, and some inland spots could see patchy frost, especially in low-lying and rural areas.
Monday and Tuesday remain tranquil — crisp mornings, mild afternoons, and plenty of sunshine with highs in the mid-50s to upper-50s. Winds increase slightly from the east by Tuesday evening, signaling the next system approaching from the Plains.
By Wednesday, clouds thicken and showers return, mainly during the afternoon and evening hours. Rain chances stay near 40% into Thursday, bringing a few damp commutes but no severe weather. Temperatures edge lower, settling in the low 50s late week.
That sets the stage for a cool but mostly dry Halloween Friday, with light jackets and clear skies likely for trick-or-treaters.
After that, models begin hinting at a chillier November pattern, with Michigan’s first possible early freeze not far behind.
Five-Day Outlook for Grand Rapids, MI:
Sun: 56/32 – Sunny; light east wind.
Mon: 54/36 – Sunny and calm.
Tue: 57/38 – Mostly sunny; breezy late.
Wed: 54/38 – Cloudy; chance of showers.
Thu: 52/38 – Scattered showers; cooler.
