Detroit, MI – Metro Detroit residents are set to experience an unusual October warm-up as temperatures soar into the 80s through Sunday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Normally, early October highs average in the mid-to-upper 60s, but forecasters say this weekend could bring near-record warmth across southeast Michigan. Daytime highs will reach between 80 and 87 degrees under mostly sunny skies, while overnight lows will stay mild in the 50s and 60s.
According to the NWS Detroit/Pontiac office, record highs for this time of year include 88 degrees in Detroit (set in 1951), 88 in Flint (1922), and 86 in Saginaw (2007). With the current forecast, those long-standing marks may be challenged.
Forecasters expect today to bring highs of 80–85 degrees with light winds, followed by Saturday climbing into the 84–87 range. Sunday is expected to remain warm with highs between 83–86 degrees, accompanied by south winds up to 15 mph.
Meteorologists caution that while the warm, sunny weather will be welcomed by many, it represents a significant departure from normal October conditions. The stretch of mild nights and summer-like days is expected to persist through the weekend before temperatures gradually trend back toward seasonal averages next week.
