Gaylord, MI – Showers moving into Michigan on Friday could create slick conditions along US-131 and other roadways in Otsego County, but a sunnier spring pattern is on the horizon as the week continues. Residents and travelers should expect wet weather Friday afternoon into Friday night, with showers likely to impact evening plans and local commutes.
According to the National Weather Service, rain will mainly begin after 2 p.m. Friday in Gaylord, with the heaviest showers likely before 8 p.m. The chance of precipitation reaches 70% by Friday evening, and drivers are urged to slow down on wet roads and watch for reduced visibility, especially near Gaylord Regional Airport and along major routes like US-131. Rain may linger into early Saturday, but clearing skies will bring a return to sunshine by Saturday afternoon, pushing temperatures into the lower 50s.
After the rain moves out, Sunday will deliver mostly sunny skies and a high near 63°F—ideal for outdoor plans across Otsego County and surrounding communities like Vanderbilt and Boyne Falls. The mild, dry trend continues into Monday, though another round of showers is likely after 2 p.m., with a chance of rain continuing through Monday night and into Tuesday. Highs will reach the upper 60s, but cloud cover and showers could limit some spring activities early next week.
5-Day Extended Forecast for Gaylord, MI:
- Friday: Showers likely after 2 p.m., high 51°F.
- Friday Night: Rain continues, low 35°F.
- Saturday: Slight chance of morning rain, then mostly sunny, high 52°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 63°F.
- Monday: Chance of rain after 2 p.m., high 69°F; more showers likely at night.
- Tuesday: Showers likely, mostly cloudy, high near 54°F.
