Gaylord, Michigan – A round of thunderstorms could disrupt late-night travel and outdoor plans in northern Michigan by Saturday night, with showers expected to arrive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, a 60% chance of rain and thunderstorms will develop after 11 p.m. Saturday and linger into Sunday morning. While no severe weather is expected, brief downpours and gusty winds—up to 25 mph—may impact drivers on I-75 and U.S. 131 through Otsego County.
Travelers and residents should plan around the incoming weather, especially if attending Saturday evening events or camping. Southwest winds will increase overnight, and wet pavement could reduce visibility by early Sunday. Power outages are not anticipated, and no spotter activation is expected.
Sunday will bring a mix of showers before 8 a.m., then a shift to mostly cloudy skies with highs near 75°F. Winds will remain around 10 mph throughout the day, keeping conditions cooler and breezy.
This marks the first significant rain in the area since midweek, signaling a more active summer pattern developing into next week. While heat isn’t a major concern this weekend, temperatures rebound by Tuesday.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast: Saturday, July 5 – Wednesday, July 10
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 91°F. Winds up to 15 mph, gusts to 25 mph.
- Saturday Night: 60% chance of storms after 11 p.m. Low around 66°F.
- Sunday: Showers early, then cloudy. High near 75°F.
- Monday: Partly sunny, high near 78°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny and warmer, high near 81°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 79°F.
