DETROIT, MI – Frost crystals shimmer under early morning streetlights as Detroit wakes to just 9°F, marking one of the coldest starts of December so far. The city hums quietly under an Arctic chill, the kind that makes every breath visible and every sidewalk crunch beneath boots.
The National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac reports that bitter cold will persist through the weekend, with mostly sunny skies Friday giving little warmth as highs struggle near 27°F. Winds remain light but steady, and wind chills in the single digits will continue through the morning hours. Residents are urged to bundle up, limit time outdoors, and check on vulnerable neighbors as the cold lingers.
By late Saturday, clouds increase ahead of a weak system expected to bring a chance of snow Sunday, mainly in the afternoon. Accumulation looks minor — less than an inch possible — but even light snow could create slick spots on bridges and ramps, especially near I-94 and I-75. Drivers should plan for slower travel and reduced visibility during any bursts of flakes.
Early next week turns slightly milder with highs near freezing, though another clipper system may sweep the Great Lakes by midweek, reinforcing the cold pattern. Long-range models continue to hint at frequent snow chances and lake-effect activity from December 11–17, a period when early holiday travel could be impacted across Michigan and the Midwest.
Cold mornings, slick roads, and gray skies — winter has truly arrived in Detroit. How’s the cold feeling in your neighborhood this morning?
Five-Day Forecast for Detroit, MI:
Fri: 27/21 – Mostly sunny; bitter cold wind chills.
Sat: 35/21 – Mostly cloudy; calm wind.
Sun: 31/13 – Chance of snow; light accumulations possible.
Mon: 26/16 – Mostly sunny; cold persists.
Tue: 33/24 – Cloudy; next snow chance midweek.
