Gaylord, Mich. – Northern Michigan will see a brief lull in wet weather tonight before another round of showers and storms develops Monday afternoon. Areas of fog are also expected overnight, with low temperatures falling into the upper 50s.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, a mostly dry window tonight will give way to renewed thunderstorm chances Monday afternoon, continuing into Tuesday. Temperatures will stay mild, hovering near 70 degrees through midweek across much of northern Lower Michigan.
Scattered thunderstorms Monday could bring locally heavy downpours and reduced visibility, especially along US-131 and I-75 corridors near Traverse City, Gaylord, and Petoskey. Drivers are urged to use caution in foggy areas late tonight and during early commutes.
Showers are likely to linger into Wednesday morning, though rainfall should taper off by midweek. Residents planning outdoor activities should be prepared for sudden changes in conditions and keep devices charged in case of isolated power interruptions during storms.
Additional advisories may be issued as storm chances develop.
Five Day Forecast for Gaylord, MI:
- Monday: Afternoon showers and storms, highs 69–76.
- Tuesday: Scattered showers and storms, highs 69–74.
- Wednesday: Lingering showers early, highs 65–73.
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, cooler, highs mid-60s.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, highs upper 60s.