Marquette, Michigan – A quiet start to the week in Michigan gives way to storms and rising humidity by midweek, prompting a summer weather alert for Marquette and surrounding areas.
According to the National Weather Service, Marquette will enjoy a dry and sunny Monday, July 21st, with highs near 74°F and calm winds. But conditions begin shifting Tuesday, when a 20% chance of storms moves in during the afternoon, increasing to a 50% likelihood Tuesday night. Residents should prepare for potential downpours and gusts up to 15 mph, especially along US-41.
Showers and thunderstorms will likely persist into Wednesday and Wednesday night, with NWS issuing a 60% chance of rain through early Thursday. Localized flooding is possible in low-lying areas. Utility companies may also see scattered outages due to lightning or wind. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items and avoid unnecessary travel during active storms.
Thursday brings a continued chance of showers, especially after 2 p.m., followed by a brief drying trend into the weekend. Temperatures will climb to near 77°F by Saturday, offering a warmer, drier setup for weekend plans.
🔎 5-Day Weather Outlook for Marquette, MI:
- Monday, July 21: Sunny, high 74°F, calm wind becoming east 5 mph.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 80°F. Storms possible after 2 p.m. (20% chance).
- Wednesday: Showers and storms likely, high near 84°F. 60% chance of rain.
- Thursday: Scattered storms after 2 p.m., high near 76°F.
- Friday – Saturday: Drying trend. Friday night low 62°F. Saturday mostly sunny, high 81°F.
⏰ Stay alert for updated advisories as conditions shift through Wednesday.
