Grand Rapids residents can expect one more burst of summer heat before a fall shift cools western Michigan by the weekend. Sunshine and highs in the mid-to-upper 80s will dominate through Wednesday, keeping roadways like US-131 hot and dry for commuters.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, Monday will bring bright skies and a high near 86, followed by another sunny stretch through Wednesday, with the warmest day topping out around 88. Lows will dip into the upper 50s each night, keeping evenings comfortable for outdoor activities.
Travelers should plan for clear and dry conditions along I-196, US-131, and local county roads through midweek. Outdoor workers and students should stay hydrated as temperatures push higher than typical mid-September averages. Energy use may spike as air conditioners run through Wednesday’s peak heat.
By Thursday, partly cloudy skies and slightly cooler highs in the upper 70s signal the start of a fall pattern. Showers arrive Friday with highs near 80, and nighttime rain could impact football games and weekend events. Cooler air settles in Saturday, bringing highs only in the low 70s.
The National Weather Service notes that this week marks a transition, with strong sun early but fall-like conditions by the weekend. Residents should prepare for shifting outdoor plans, especially late in the week when rain chances climb.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Monday: Sunny, high 86, low 58.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 86, low 57.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 88, low 59.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 87, low 60.
- Friday: Showers likely, high 80, low 59.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 74.
