Grand Rapids, Mich. – Michigan drivers and residents can expect a string of bright, warm days this week as fall weather teases with late-summer heat. Highs will climb into the mid-80s through Thursday, making for smooth commutes along I-196 and US-131 with no major weather hazards in sight.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, Tuesday will bring abundant sunshine with temperatures reaching 86°F by afternoon. Winds remain light, east around 5 mph, offering calm conditions for outdoor work, school pickups, and evening activities. Nights stay comfortable, dipping near 57°F, with skies mostly clear.
Wednesday and Thursday follow the same pattern with highs near 87°F. This stretch of sun gives residents a chance to finish yard work, plan late-season cookouts, or enjoy Lake Michigan before cooler weather arrives. Roads should remain dry and safe, but drivers should still stay alert for overnight patchy fog in low-lying areas.
The pattern shifts by the weekend. Friday stays sunny with a high near 82°F, but Saturday night into Sunday brings increasing clouds and a chance for showers. Those with outdoor plans should prepare for wet conditions late in the weekend.
While this week offers a bonus round of summer warmth, fall’s cooler touch appears closer by Sunday, with highs falling into the 70s. Residents are advised to take advantage of this extended stretch of calm weather before the seasonal shift begins.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 86°F, low 57°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 86°F, low 57°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 87°F, low 59°F
- Friday: Sunny, high 82°F, low 53°F
- Saturday: Sunny, high 82°F, low 58°F; showers possible by Sunday
