Hamtramck, Michigan – Mild sunshine returns to southeastern Michigan Monday, July 21st, offering a brief reprieve before dangerous heat and storms surge later this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac, Monday begins with clear skies and a high near 79°F in Hamtramck. Expect light northeast winds and minimal humidity. But that calm won’t last long — summer heat builds sharply midweek, pushing temperatures toward 95°F by Thursday, with scattered thunderstorms possible from Friday into Saturday.
Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Dearborn residents should prepare now for poor air quality, high UV index, and rapid indoor heating later this week. Drink plenty of water, avoid outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours, and check in on vulnerable neighbors. I-75, I-94, and surface roads near metro Detroit could see slick pavement or storm-related slowdowns by late Friday.
Monday and Tuesday stay dry and sunny, ideal for outdoor plans. By Wednesday, temperatures climb to 89°F, with Thursday hitting 95°F — the hottest day of the week. Storms may develop after 2 p.m. Thursday, continuing into Saturday.
Five-Day Forecast for Detroit Metro Area (July 21–26):
- Monday: Sunny, high 79°F
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 82°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 89°F
- Thursday: Chance of PM storms, high 95°F
- Friday: Storms possible, high near 91°F
- Saturday: Partly sunny, scattered storms, high 87°F
More updates will follow as Friday’s storm threat becomes clearer. Stay weather-aware all week.
