Marquette, Michigan – Thunderstorms will likely drench Marquette and parts of the Upper Peninsula by Tuesday afternoon, July 22, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and potential travel impacts near US-41 and M-28.
According to the National Weather Service, storm chances increase significantly after 2 p.m. Tuesday as moisture surges north. Winds could gust up to 20 mph, especially during thunderstorm cells. Precipitation totals may reach up to half an inch, with isolated pockets of heavier rain.
By Wednesday, July 23, the area could see another round of showers and possible thunderstorms between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., especially south of Marquette. NWS has assigned a 70% chance of precipitation, with morning downpours likely. Thunderstorms may again develop during peak heating in the afternoon.
Thursday brings a slightly cooler pattern, though scattered storms will still be possible in the afternoon hours. Showers may linger into Thursday night, with clearing and mild weather expected by Friday.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Marquette (Starting Tuesday, July 22):
- Tuesday: High 83°F — Chance of thunderstorms mainly after 2 p.m.; gusts up to 20 mph
- Wednesday: High 83°F — Morning rain, isolated p.m. storms; 70% chance
- Thursday: High 77°F — More storms likely by afternoon; mostly cloudy
- Friday: High 75°F — Mostly sunny, drier and calmer
- Saturday: High near 80°F — Sunny and warm start to the weekend
- Sunday: High 81°F — Mostly sunny, seasonable and dry
⚠️ Residents should monitor weather alerts Tuesday into Wednesday and avoid unnecessary travel during storms. More updates will follow if additional warnings are issued.
