Gaylord, Michigan – Summer warmth holds strong across northern Michigan today, but a sharp change is on the way as showers and thunderstorms threaten travel and outdoor plans beginning tonight and peaking late Wednesday into Thursday morning.
According to the US National Weather Service in Gaylord, highs will soar between 82 and 94 degrees today under mostly sunny skies. Scattered showers and storms move in late this evening, with a greater risk for heavy downpours and lightning across the region by Wednesday night. Temperatures Wednesday will range from 71 to 89 degrees, with stormy weather impacting Traverse City, Petoskey, Alpena, and roads along US-131 and M-32.
Travelers and residents should prepare for rapidly changing conditions, possible ponding on roads, and isolated power outages. The National Weather Service recommends keeping mobile devices charged, monitoring local alerts, and limiting outdoor activities during storms. Some communities could see brief flooding in low-lying spots or minor tree damage from strong wind gusts.
Cooler air moves in Thursday, with highs only in the upper 60s to mid-70s and lingering showers, especially in the morning hours. The unsettled weather pattern may continue into the weekend, so stay tuned for updated advisories.
Five Day Forecast:
- Today: Sunny, warm, 82–94°F.
- Wednesday: Scattered showers/storms, 71–89°F.
- Thursday: Scattered showers early, cooler, 67–76°F.
- Friday: Partly cloudy, slight chance of showers, 68–77°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, pleasant, highs 70–78°F.
More alerts possible as weather evolves through the week.
