Michigan – A sharp, biting chill is locking in across Detroit this morning, and slick spots are forming fast on untreated roads. Frost clings to windshields, and bridges can ice over within minutes at 25°F.
According to the National Weather Service, dry conditions hold through today with sunshine pushing highs near 47°F. However, the early freeze creates a window for patchy black ice, especially on elevated roadways and shaded streets.
Across Detroit, Dearborn, and Warren, conditions improve by late morning as sunlight melts icy patches. Major routes like I-75, I-94, and the Lodge Freeway should turn mostly dry, but overpasses may stay slick longer. Slow down through the morning commute.
A steady warmup develops midweek. Highs reach the mid-50s Wednesday with increasing clouds. By Thursday, temperatures surge to near 68°F, signaling a quick shift toward spring warmth.
Rain follows that warmth. Showers develop Thursday afternoon with a 60% chance, then continue into Thursday night. Wet pavement and reduced visibility could slow traffic during the evening commute, especially along I-94 and I-696.
By Friday, cooler air returns with highs near 40°F and decreasing clouds. Temperatures drop into the mid-20s Friday night, raising the risk of refreezing on untreated surfaces early Saturday.
The weekend turns calmer, with sunshine returning and highs in the upper 40s Saturday and mid-50s Sunday. A warming trend continues into early next week.
If you’re heading out this morning, watch for black ice on bridges. Are roads slick in your neighborhood right now?
Five Day Outlook for Detroit, MI:
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 55°F
Thursday: Chance of rain, high near 68°F
Friday: Mostly cloudy, high near 40°F
Saturday: Sunny, high near 48°F
Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 55°F
