Detroit, Mich. – Wind gusts could top 30 mph across southeast Michigan Friday afternoon, making travel tricky on I-75 and neighborhood streets. Drivers and evening eventgoers should plan for extra caution as breezy conditions give way to a calmer, fall-like weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Detroit, southwest winds will increase Friday afternoon, with steady speeds of 14 to 20 mph and gusts near 33 mph. The gusty setup may impact outdoor Friday night football games and slow traffic for drivers on I-94 and I-75. Residents should secure outdoor items, charge devices in case of outages, and use caution if heading out late.
Saturday brings relief, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 68. Winds will ease, making it a comfortable day for outdoor activities, from farmers markets in Hamtramck to tailgating in downtown Detroit. Saturday night cools quickly, dipping to 48 degrees under partly cloudy skies, signaling a crisp September evening.
Sunday looks similar with highs near 67 and clear skies, a stretch of ideal early fall weather that should carry through midweek. By Monday, sunshine holds, and temperatures reach the upper 60s, while Tuesday warms slightly into the low 70s.
Residents can look forward to mild conditions after Friday’s wind, but should stay aware of shifting evening temperatures that may feel chilly. The breezy spell ends quickly, leaving Michigan with a classic September weekend of football weather and outdoor comfort.
Five-Day Forecast for Detroit, MI
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 68. Low around 48.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 67. Low around 46.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 68. Low around 49.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 73. Low around 53.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 74. Low around 56.
