Michigan – Cold air snaps across Southeast Michigan this morning, crunching underfoot and fogging car windows in seconds. The cold presses in early, locking Detroit into a sharp February chill that demands gloves, patience, and extra care on the roads.
According to the National Weather Service office in Detroit/Pontiac, temperatures near seven degrees are being reported early, with wind chills dipping below zero at times. Winds remain light, but the Arctic air mass parked over the Great Lakes keeps conditions harsh through the first half of the day.
Roads appear dry at first glance, but danger hides in shaded stretches. Any melting from yesterday has refrozen, creating slick spots on overpasses, ramps, and residential streets. Drivers along I-75, I-94, and M-10 should slow down this morning, especially during early errands and church traffic.
Sunshine helps later today, though relief comes slowly. Highs struggle to reach the upper teens, keeping exposed skin at risk during prolonged outdoor activity. Tonight stays cold, with lows near three degrees, before a gradual change begins Monday.
Early next week brings a noticeable shift. Monday warms into the mid-20s under partly sunny skies. By Tuesday, southwest winds pull milder air into Southeast Michigan, pushing highs close to 39 degrees. That warming trend raises the potential for melting snow during the day, followed by refreezing at night, a classic setup for icy patches in February.
Midweek remains seasonably cold but calmer, with highs in the low 30s Wednesday and upper 20s Thursday. Longer-range outlooks hint at steadier moderation late in the week, signaling a possible thaw across the Midwest despite heavy ice coverage on the Great Lakes.
Heading out this morning? Dress for the cold, plan extra travel time, and tell us how conditions look in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Detroit, MI
Today: Mostly sunny, high near 18°F
Monday: Partly sunny, high near 25°F
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 39°F
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 31°F
Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high near 28°F
