Michigan – Flags whip and leaves scatter across Detroit’s streets this morning as gusts up to 45 mph rake across southeast Michigan. The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory through early Thursday as cold air funnels south from the Great Lakes, setting the stage for a winter-like weekend.
Winds remain the big story today, with occasional bursts strong enough to knock down limbs and cause minor power outages. Drivers of high-profile vehicles should use caution, especially along I-94, I-96, and I-75, where crosswinds could make travel difficult through afternoon.
Behind the wind, lake-effect snow showers will redevelop late Friday into Saturday. The NWS notes accumulations of 2 to 3 inches possible, particularly near the Thumb region, with locally higher totals where squalls persist. Saturday night into Sunday, a low-pressure system moving across Lower Michigan may bring a mix of rain and snow, complicating post-Thanksgiving travel.
Temperatures stay below normal through the weekend, with highs in the mid-30s and lows dipping into the 20s. NOAA’s 6–10 Day Outlook shows this trend continuing into early December, signaling a broader cold surge for the Midwest — the first true taste of winter for Michigan.
5-Day Outlook (Detroit, MI)
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 36°F.
- Saturday: Chance of snow, high 35°F.
- Saturday Night: Snow then rain/snow likely, low 28°F.
- Sunday: Rain/snow likely, high 38°F.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 30°F.
