Grand Rapids, Michigan – Strong winds and evening thunderstorms could disrupt travel across Grand Rapids Friday, with a 90% chance of showers and gusts up to 25 mph expected by nightfall.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, rain will begin late Friday and continue into early Saturday, possibly accompanied by isolated thunderstorms. Winds from the southwest will increase through the evening, creating hazardous driving conditions on US-131 and I-196. Rainfall totals will range between a tenth and quarter of an inch, with higher amounts in thunderstorms.
Saturday brings a brief reprieve, with only a 30% chance of morning showers before clearing to partly cloudy skies and highs near 60°F. Breezy west winds of up to 15 mph may continue. Sunday looks mostly sunny and slightly warmer, climbing to a high of 66°F—ideal for outdoor plans if you’re looking to dodge the rain.
But the dry spell won’t last. Monday night through Wednesday night sees another stretch of possible showers and continued cooler-than-average spring temperatures, with highs hovering in the low to mid-60s and overnight lows dipping into the mid-40s.
🌦️ 5-Day Grand Rapids Forecast:
- Saturday [May 17]: Chance AM showers, high 60°F, low 48°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 66°F, low 44°F
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 65°F, chance of rain at night
- Tuesday: Chance of showers after 8 a.m., high 63°F, low 45°F
- Wednesday: Showers likely, high 62°F
