DETROIT, Mich. – A brief stretch of fall warmth will brighten Michigan skies before a round of weekend rain cools things down again. Sunshine and mild air will return by Thursday, offering a pleasant window for outdoor plans, pumpkin patch visits, and early Halloween decorating before soggy conditions take over late Friday into Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac, highs will climb into the mid-60s Thursday and upper 60s Friday as southerly winds shift warmer air north. Rain chances increase Friday evening, with scattered showers expected to develop along and south of I-94, possibly creating slick spots and reduced visibility for commuters. A stronger band of rain could settle in Saturday night, bringing up to half an inch of precipitation across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties.
Drivers should monitor updates from MDOT and plan for slower travel during wet periods. Homeowners are encouraged to clear gutters and secure outdoor décor ahead of gusty winds that may accompany the rain. Temperatures are forecast to dip back into the low 50s by Sunday, signaling the return of cooler fall air for early next week.
By Monday, skies gradually clear with comfortable highs near 60°F—ideal for leaf-peeping, light yard work, or neighborhood events before the next front arrives midweek.
Five-Day Forecast for Detroit, MI:
Wed: 63/42 – Mostly sunny; light north wind.
Thu: 63/44 – Sunny and mild; pleasant fall day.
Fri: 66/55 – Increasing clouds; evening rain possible.
Sat: 74/54 – Partly sunny early; steady rain late.
Sun: 65/45 – Cooler with scattered showers; breezy at times.
