Grand Rapids, MI – West Michigan residents can expect a wet start to the week, with Veterans Day bringing showers and gusty winds to the Grand Rapids area. Scattered showers and overcast skies are forecasted for Monday, prompting the National Weather Service (NWS) to advise residents to carry umbrellas and prepare for cooler temperatures throughout the day.
According to the NWS Grand Rapids, showers will be most likely in the afternoon, with temperatures peaking around 59°F. Winds are expected to shift southwest, reaching gusts of up to 24 mph. For those traveling along major roadways like I-196, reduced visibility and slick road conditions could create a challenging commute. Exercise caution and allow extra time for travel.
Looking ahead, the weather will improve slightly as the week progresses. Tuesday is expected to be sunny, though temperatures will drop to a high of 49°F. Clear skies will continue into Tuesday night, with lows around 32°F. By midweek, a mix of sun and potential showers will return, with highs approaching the low 50s.
The NWS extended forecast shows another round of showers likely Wednesday night, before a dry and partly cloudy Thursday brings some reprieve. Temperatures are forecasted to reach a mild 55°F on Thursday, though winds may still be breezy. Friday looks to continue the cooling trend, offering partly sunny skies and highs in the upper 40s.
