Grand Rapids, Michigan – Temperatures are climbing and skies are clearing just in time for the start of August, with summer conditions returning across West Michigan by Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, sunshine and highs near 80°F are forecast for Friday, August 1st, with a calm north-northeast breeze. Roads like I-96 and US-131 could see strong afternoon sun and glare—drivers should pack sunglasses and use sun visors.
The warm, dry stretch continues into the weekend, with highs rising to 82°F Saturday and 86°F by Sunday. Skies remain mostly clear, meaning no rain delays for outdoor plans, but UV levels will be high. Stay protected with sunscreen and limit extended time in direct sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
While this heat won’t break records, it’s a sharp warm-up from the misty, cool mornings earlier this week. Humidity will remain manageable, and nighttime lows in the 50s and 60s should offer decent relief for residents without air conditioning.
Those planning to work or play outdoors should hydrate often and avoid peak-hour exertion. No watches or warnings are active, but air quality could fluctuate with stagnant conditions.
Expect the dry stretch to hold through midweek, with hotter temperatures arriving Monday and Tuesday. Another surge into the upper 80s is possible by Wednesday.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, MI:
- Friday, August 1: Sunny, high 80°F, low 55°F
- Saturday, August 2: Sunny, high 82°F, low 58°F
- Sunday, August 3: Mostly clear, high 86°F, low 60°F
- Monday, August 4: Mostly sunny, high 85°F, low 63°F
- Tuesday, August 5: Partly cloudy, high 84°F, low 64°F
- Wednesday, August 6: Sunny, high 87°F
