Gaylord, Mich. – Drivers in northern Michigan should prepare for patchy fog early Thursday morning, September 11, that could reduce visibility along I-75 near Gaylord. Low clouds may form between 4 a.m. and 5 a.m., raising safety concerns for commuters heading to Patriot Day remembrance events.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, fog will clear by midmorning, giving way to mostly sunny skies with a high near 73 degrees. Calm winds will shift east by evening, keeping conditions mild through Thursday night. Motorists are urged to slow down on rural highways and allow extra travel time in reduced visibility.
Friday remains mostly sunny with highs in the upper 70s, while rain chances return late Friday night into Saturday. A 30% chance of showers is expected Saturday afternoon, which could impact outdoor gatherings and weekend travel across Otsego and surrounding counties. Conditions improve by Sunday, with highs back in the mid-70s and mostly sunny skies extending into early next week.
Residents planning outdoor ceremonies or travel on Patriot Day should dress in layers, use caution on the roads, and charge devices ahead of the weekend’s unsettled weather.
Clear skies dominate most of the next five days, but brief rain showers Friday night and Saturday highlight a seasonal shift toward fall-like patterns. Weather officials advise checking for updated alerts as conditions develop.
Five Day Forecast for Gaylord, Michigan
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 73, calm winds becoming east 5 mph. Low 50.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 77, south winds 5 mph. Low 55.
- Saturday: 30% chance of showers after 2 p.m., high 75. Low 53.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 74. Low 50.
- Monday: Sunny, high 75. Low around 50.
