Detroit, Michigan – Scattered downpours and thunderstorms are expected to soak southeast Michigan tonight, with the heaviest rain potentially stalling over Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor through Thursday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac, widespread rainfall totals of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are likely across the region, with some isolated pockets possibly reaching 2 to 3 inches—particularly from Ann Arbor to Flint. Showers and a few embedded thunderstorms will continue off and on into early Thursday, bringing brief but intense bursts of rainfall.
Communities along the I-94 and I-75 corridors—including Detroit, Ypsilanti, and Port Huron—should prepare for minor urban flooding, reduced visibility, and slick roads overnight. Drivers are urged to slow down and avoid flooded streets. Localized flooding in low-lying areas and poor-drainage spots remains possible if heavy rain bands stall.
Forecasters note uncertainty in the exact axis of the heaviest rain, but say the setup is similar to past flood events in the region. Residents should monitor local alerts and ensure sump pumps are working and gutters are cleared.
More updates are expected as the rain continues. Flood advisories may be issued if heavier rainfall materializes overnight.
