Gaylord, Michigan – Morning sun won’t last long in northern Michigan as patchy fog and light showers target Gaylord by Monday evening. Commuters on I-75 and US-131 should watch for reduced visibility and slick pavement as rain chances increase overnight into Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, a 20% chance of showers develops after 2 a.m. Monday night, rising to 40% by Tuesday. Winds from the east around 10 mph may shift, keeping conditions cloudy and cool. Drivers should avoid distractions and use headlights during fog-prone hours, especially near low-lying areas and rural stretches of Otsego County.
By Tuesday night, temperatures dip to 46°F under mostly cloudy skies, maintaining damp conditions and visibility concerns. Though rain totals appear light, the combination of low clouds, earlier fog, and moisture may affect road surfaces during both commutes.
Looking ahead, Wednesday clears slightly with partly sunny skies and a high near 58°F, followed by colder air returning Wednesday night with lows near 33°F. The rest of the week trends mild and dry — Thursday through Saturday show sunny conditions and temps rising back into the mid to upper 60s.
Motorists should stay alert for changing road conditions and keep weather radios or alerts active, especially through Monday night. Updates will be issued if rain intensity or timing shifts.
⚠️ 5-Day Forecast for Gaylord, MI:
- Monday: High 59°F, 20% chance of showers
- Monday Night: Low 45°F, 30% chance of showers
- Tuesday: High 62°F, 40% chance of showers
- Wednesday: High 58°F, partly sunny
- Thursday: High 58°F, sunny
