Michigan – A thin glaze of frost hugs car roofs across Detroit and Hamtramck this morning as calm air and temperatures near freezing set the stage for a slippery start. The pavement feels crisp underfoot, hinting at the Winter Tease that arrives later today. Anyone leaving early for work or school should be prepared for quick weather changes and shifting travel conditions along I-94, M-10, and local connector routes.
According to the National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac office, a mix of snow and sleet develops this morning, especially south and west of the city. Light freezing rain may briefly appear as moisture arrives into the near-freezing air. Even small amounts can create slick spots on bridges and elevated ramps, so drivers should allow extra time for the busiest parts of the morning commute.
According to forecasters, precipitation gradually transitions to rain by mid-afternoon as temperatures rise into the lower 40s. Any early snow accumulation stays under an inch and remains mainly on grassy surfaces. Still, reduced visibility and wet-to-slushy transitions may slow travel between late morning and early evening. Winds shift east-northeast around 8 mph, adding a damp chill to the November air.
Conditions turn quieter tonight with lingering clouds and a low near 32. Wednesday brings increasing sunshine and a high near 45, offering a clean window for early Thanksgiving travel around metro Detroit. Dry air dominates most of the day, and winds remain light.
By Thursday, cloud cover returns as warmer air moves in. A slight rain chance creeps in by late afternoon or evening, signaling a wetter setup for late-week travel. Those heading south on I-75 or west toward Ann Arbor should watch for pockets of steady rain Friday, though temperatures stay safely above freezing.
Cool, seasonable weather settles in for the weekend, making it a favorable period for errands, leaf cleanup, and early holiday prep.
