Gaylord, MI – Michigan residents should prepare for multiple rounds of rain through Tuesday night, with up to two inches expected in some areas. Heaviest rainfall is anticipated near U.S. 31 and other routes in northwestern Michigan, increasing the risk of waterlogged roads and minor flooding, especially in low-lying areas. Motorists are urged to drive carefully as the rainfall could reduce visibility and create slick conditions on Monday and Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, showers are likely to start in the area later today, with rainfall intensifying overnight and continuing into Monday and Tuesday. Residents along Lake Michigan’s eastern shorelines may experience some of the heaviest accumulations, while areas further inland could see rain totals closer to one inch. A few embedded thunderstorms may also pass through Monday night into Tuesday, bringing gusty winds and further increasing localized rainfall amounts.
Extended Forecast:
• Monday: Showers are forecasted with a high near 64°F. Winds from the south could reach up to 15 mph, with gusts up to 30 mph.
• Monday Night: Expect more rain with possible thunderstorms. Temperatures will drop to 46°F, with a 100% chance of precipitation.
• Tuesday: Showers persist throughout the day, high of 65°F, and gusts up to 25 mph.
• Wednesday: Clearing begins with partly sunny skies and a high near 53°F.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny with a high around 55°F, offering a break from the wet start to the week.
Drivers are advised to monitor local forecasts for updates, especially if traveling through areas prone to standing water. Residents should take caution around waterways and avoid flooded roadways.
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