Marquette, MI – A significant weather system is moving into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, bringing a threat of strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and continuing into tonight. Residents, particularly in the western half of the region, should prepare for potentially hazardous conditions, including damaging winds, large hail, and torrential downpours.
According to the National Weather Service, these storms are expected to develop throughout Monday. Citizens are advised to secure loose outdoor objects and have a plan to seek shelter if a severe warning is issued for their area. The unsettled weather continues Tuesday, but the primary threat will shift to a moderate risk of rip currents for all beaches along Lake Michigan, making swimming dangerous.
Following Monday’s potential storms, the rest of the week remains active. Tuesday will see a high of 70 degrees with a slight chance of lingering showers. The outlook for Wednesday includes a 40 percent chance of rain developing after 2 p.m. as temperatures again reach near 70 degrees.
For the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, there is a 50 percent chance of showers after 8 a.m. under partly sunny skies with a cooler high near 64 degrees. This pattern of rain chances will likely extend into the weekend, potentially affecting outdoor activities. All residents should stay aware of changing conditions.
Here is a look at the five-day weather outlook for Marquette:
- Monday: [High 77°F] Strong to severe thunderstorms possible, mainly in the afternoon and evening.
- Tuesday: [High 70°F] A slight chance of morning showers; moderate rip current risk for Lake Michigan.
- Wednesday: [High 70°F] Partly sunny with a 40% chance of showers after 2 p.m.
- Thursday (Juneteenth): [High 64°F] Partly sunny with a 50% chance of showers after 8 a.m.
- Friday: [High 69°F] Mostly sunny skies.
