Grand Rapids residents should brace for a damp and breezy Friday as early fall weather takes hold in western Michigan. Stronger winds and scattered showers could disrupt evening commutes and outdoor plans, with gusts topping 20 mph.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, a 30 percent chance of showers arrives overnight into Friday morning. By afternoon, winds shift west at 14 to 18 mph with gusts up to 23 mph, making travel on I-196 and local roads less predictable. Drivers should keep two hands on the wheel, especially in high-profile vehicles.
Friday night stays mostly cloudy, holding steady near 50 degrees with lighter winds. Saturday looks calmer, bringing mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-60s. Conditions improve further Sunday with sunshine and a cool start in the low 40s, before warming into the mid-60s by afternoon.
Football fans and weekend travelers can expect dry conditions for Saturday and Sunday, though layers will be needed for chilly nights. By Monday, mostly sunny skies return, with a warming trend beginning as highs reach near 69 degrees. Tuesday and Wednesday push warmer still, topping the mid to upper 70s by midweek.
Residents should prepare for changing conditions Friday by packing rain gear, securing loose outdoor items, and planning extra travel time during evening hours. Updates from the National Weather Service remain in effect through Friday night.
Five Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, Michigan:
- Friday: Showers early, gusty winds, high near 64.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 64, low 46.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 64, low 42.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 69, low 47.
- Tuesday: Sunny, warmer, high 75.
