Detroit, Mich. – Warmth holds across Michigan to start the week, but a cooler shift arrives Wednesday as October begins. Commuters along I-75 and surrounding Detroit highways should prepare for crisp mornings and lighter jackets by midweek.
According to the National Weather Service, Detroit will see sunshine Monday and Tuesday with highs near 80 degrees. By Wednesday, a stronger north breeze knocks highs back to 70, with nights dipping into the low 50s. That transition could make early morning drives brisk, especially for workers heading out before sunrise.
Southeastern Michigan cities, including Hamtramck, Dearborn, and Royal Oak, will notice the shift most by Wednesday morning. While skies stay clear, cooler mornings may challenge outdoor school activities and early athletic practices. Officials advise keeping extra layers handy and monitoring children at bus stops during the first week of October.
Travelers across Metro Detroit should not expect major weather hazards this week. However, calm, dry air means pollen and dust may linger, so allergy sufferers should plan accordingly. The return of cooler nights also signals the need to check home heating systems before colder snaps deepen later this fall.
The good news for weekend plans: conditions remain mild and comfortable. Sunshine dominates, with Saturday looking to be the warmest day of the stretch near 81.
More updates will follow as Michigan’s weather shifts deeper into fall.
Five Day Forecast for Detroit, MI
- Monday: Sunny, high near 80. Low 56.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 79. Low 55.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 70. Low 52.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 71. Low 52.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 78. Low 56.
