Gaylord, Mich. – Hot and humid weather will grip northern Michigan through the weekend, bringing temperatures soaring into the low 90s and sparking scattered showers and storms, especially east of I-75. According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, the heat index may climb higher by Saturday afternoon, with the best chances for thunderstorms in the eastern Upper Peninsula and northwest Lower Michigan.
Cities like Gaylord, Petoskey, and Traverse City should expect muggy conditions, with showers and storms most likely in the afternoon and evening. Motorists traveling along I-75 and US-131 should stay alert for sudden downpours and reduced visibility, while boaters on the Great Lakes should keep an eye out for rapidly changing skies. Humidity will make outdoor activities feel even warmer, so it’s best to stay hydrated, limit strenuous activity, and check on neighbors who may be sensitive to heat.
Thunderstorm chances continue into Sunday, especially across the eastern Upper Peninsula and the northern Lower Peninsula, with the potential for brief heavy rain and gusty winds. Residents should stay tuned to local advisories and prepare for changing conditions through the weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Gaylord, Michigan:
- Saturday: Humid, highs 85-93°, stray afternoon storms
- Sunday: Scattered showers/storms, highs 87-92°
- Monday: Partly cloudy, chance of storms, highs in the upper 80s
- Tuesday: Slightly cooler, isolated showers, highs mid 80s
- Wednesday: Drying out, mostly sunny, highs low 80s
