Michigan – Drivers and residents across Metro Detroit should brace for a surge of thunderstorms and locally heavy rain starting late Wednesday morning. Commuters on I-94 and I-75 could encounter slick roads and poor visibility as storms sweep through Detroit and Hamtramck by midday.
According to the National Weather Service, a strong chance of showers will develop before 11 a.m. Wednesday, with thunderstorms expected between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. These storms could bring brief downpours and gusty winds, especially during the afternoon rush. Motorists are urged to slow down, use headlights, and watch for sudden ponding on low-lying stretches of major roads like I-94 and M-10.
Localized rainfall could reach a quarter inch, with higher totals possible under isolated storms. While severe weather is not expected, minor flooding and brief power outages can’t be ruled out. If thunder roars, head indoors—lightning is the greatest risk in these summer storms.
Showers will taper off by Wednesday evening, giving way to cooler, drier air overnight. Thursday brings mostly sunny skies with a high near 84°F, offering a much-needed break from the midweek rain. Friday’s forecast is bright and hot with highs in the upper 80s, but unsettled summer weather returns this weekend: scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely both Saturday and Sunday afternoons, with highs approaching 90°F.
Warnings and advisories may be updated as the weather unfolds. Monitor local sources for the latest information.
Five-Day Bullet Point Forecast:
- Wednesday [High: 86°F]: Showers and thunderstorms likely late morning through afternoon. Locally heavy rain, gusty winds. Clearing in the evening.
- Thursday [High: 84°F]: Mostly sunny, dry, and comfortable.
- Friday [High: 88°F]: Sunny, hot, and humid.
- Saturday [High: 90°F]: Chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.
- Sunday [High: 87°F]: More scattered thunderstorms likely, partly sunny.
- Monday [High: 89°F]: Mostly sunny, slight chance of showers.
