GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Drivers across southwest Michigan face dangerous travel conditions early Saturday as dense fog blankets major roadways, including stretches of I-96. Reduced visibility could lead to sudden slowdowns and accidents, making caution essential for morning commuters.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, the fog will gradually lift by mid-morning, leaving behind clear skies and a string of unseasonably warm late September days. Sunshine will dominate the region through Monday, September 29, with afternoon highs climbing into the low 80s across much of western Michigan.
Communities from Kalamazoo to Muskegon can expect calm winds and dry air through the start of next week. Farmers and outdoor event planners will welcome the stable stretch, though residents should remain alert for chilly nights where temperatures dip into the lower 50s. The quiet pattern holds until at least Tuesday, when clouds begin to build ahead of a shift expected as October arrives midweek.
For travelers, the weekend brings excellent driving conditions once Saturday morning’s fog clears. Boaters on Lake Michigan will also see light winds and smooth waters, though early morning fog banks could briefly reduce visibility near shorelines. With humidity lingering, patchy fog may return in rural valleys and fields before sunrise each morning through Monday.
The National Weather Service notes no hazardous weather threats after Saturday’s fog, but residents should stay updated as a cooler, unsettled fall pattern may arrive by Wednesday.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 81. Calm wind becoming light.
- Sunday: Sunny, high near 80. Clear night, low 53.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 82. Clear skies continue.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 81. Increasing clouds at night.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 76. Cooler air signals October’s arrival.
