Gaylord, Michigan – Isolated thunderstorms are expected to return to northern Michigan by Thursday afternoon, bringing pockets of heavy rain and brief lightning threats through Friday evening. No severe weather is forecast, but outdoor plans and travel could be affected, especially during peak afternoon hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, scattered storms are possible from Thursday through Friday, especially in areas stretching from Otsego and Alpena Counties across the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Spotter activation is not anticipated, but residents are advised to monitor skies, particularly during the late afternoon and early evening hours.
Roads may become slick during heavier downpours, with patchy fog lingering early Wednesday morning before conditions clear. Warm and humid air will dominate the region until the weekend.
Thursday: Chance of storms after 2 p.m. High near 85°F.
Friday: Additional storms possible. High near 82°F.
Saturday: Sunny and dry with highs near 89°F.
Sunday: Slight chance of showers. High around 87°F.
Monday: More storms possible by afternoon. High near 81°F.
Storm chances should taper off by early next week, though pop-up showers may still impact parts of northern Michigan through Tuesday.
