Gaylord, Michigan – Drivers across Michigan should brace for damaging winds and thunderstorms as spring storms surge into northern areas by Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, severe thunderstorms could develop after 8 a.m. Tuesday, primarily affecting Eastern Upper Michigan and Northern Lower Michigan. Damaging wind gusts up to 40 mph are expected across Gaylord, Alpena, and surrounding towns, posing a hazard for travelers along I-75 and US-131. An isolated severe storm could also bring large hail and brief tornadoes.
Tuesday’s weather ALERT highlights a critical window from early morning through early afternoon, when the worst conditions are expected. Strong southwest winds will increase fire danger during the afternoon, particularly across northern Lower Michigan. Residents should secure outdoor objects, delay unnecessary travel, and prepare for possible power outages.
While Tuesday night looks calmer with partly cloudy skies, the active spring pattern continues through midweek. Mostly sunny skies return Wednesday with highs near 56°F, but another round of rain moves in late Wednesday night into Thursday. Thursday looks soggy, with showers likely throughout the day and a high near 54°F. Winds remain breezy, creating difficult driving conditions on exposed roadways.
Looking ahead to the extended five-day forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 56°F.
- Wednesday Night: 50% chance of showers after midnight.
- Thursday: Showers likely, high 54°F.
- Thursday Night: Continued showers, low 37°F.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers, high 48°F.
