Michigan – A crisp, silvery dawn settles across Detroit as dry leaves scrape along neighborhood curbs and the air bites just enough to hint at early winter. Traffic lights glow against damp pavement, and that cold November stillness signals a quick shift ahead—right as Thanksgiving travel begins.
According to the National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac office, a developing system slides into Southeast Michigan on Tuesday, bringing a snow chance during the morning commute before a possible changeover to rain late day. The early window between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. could feature light flakes north of I-96, with slick patches possible from Southfield to Warren and lighter impacts closer to downtown Detroit. Any accumulation should stay under a half-inch, but timing matters for travelers heading toward early holiday plans. Residents should allow extra time, especially along I-75, M-10, and I-94 where visibility may vary.
According to meteorologists, temperatures dip near the freezing mark Tuesday morning. That warm-to-cold transition creates a “Winter Tease” pattern typical for mid-November, signaling the broader seasonal shift but stopping short of a major storm. By afternoon, steadier rain expands across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties, reducing snow potential but keeping roads wet for the evening drive.
According to forecasters, Wednesday turns calmer with mostly sunny conditions and highs in the mid-40s—ideal for yard cleanup or pre-Thanksgiving grocery runs. Clouds increase Thursday and rain returns Thursday night into Friday, which may slow regional travel toward Ann Arbor, Port Huron, and Toledo. The weekend trends cooler but mainly dry, giving Detroiters a decent window for outdoor decorating or short-distance family travel.
Five-Day Forecast for Detroit, MI:
Mon: 44/29 – Sunny; chilly breeze persists.
Tue: 39/29 – AM snow chance; PM rain; slow travel early.
Wed: 44/33 – Mostly sunny; calmer winds.
Thu: 50/41 – Mostly cloudy; late rain possible.
Fri: 52/35 – Rain likely; slower travel at times.
