Grand Rapids, MI – Golden leaves cling to branches under a pale sky this morning as west Michigan wakes to calm, chilly air. Pavement glistens with dew, and the quiet calm before November’s turn feels unmistakable — the season’s final stretch of mildness is nearly done.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, today will stay sunny with highs near 56°F before clouds drift in late Friday. A 20 to 40% chance of light showers moves in Friday afternoon, mostly north and west of the city. Winds shift northwest by evening, ushering in cooler air that drops temperatures into the mid-30s by Saturday morning.
Saturday stays partly sunny but crisp, with highs near 51°F. Frost is possible in low-lying areas both Saturday and Sunday mornings. For weekend plans, expect dry conditions, light winds, and classic late-fall chill — ideal for cleanup or early holiday prep.
Looking beyond Sunday, forecasters are watching a developing early November pattern that could bring the first measurable snow to parts of Michigan between November 8–21. Models suggest colder air diving south from Canada may mix with moisture over the Great Lakes — a setup that often sparks lake-effect snowbands this time of year.
Residents should start winterizing — check wiper blades, prep salt or sand, and plan for possible frost delays next week. The calm finish to October may soon give way to Michigan’s first brush with true winter.
