Grand Rapids, MI – Western Michigan residents should prepare for potential thunderstorms late Saturday night, with a 60% chance of precipitation and showers likely continuing into Sunday morning. The storms could impact travel on major roads, including I-196, so motorists are advised to drive cautiously.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the rain is expected to start after 2 a.m. on Saturday night, with winds gusting up to 18 mph. Showers may persist into early Sunday, though the skies will clear by mid-morning, bringing sunshine and highs in the low 70s for the rest of the day. Localized flooding in low-lying areas may occur, so residents are encouraged to avoid these locations if storms intensify.
Sunny skies will dominate Friday and Saturday daytime hours, with highs reaching 75°F today and cooling slightly to 72°F on Saturday. Temperatures will dip to the low 60s and high 50s Sunday evening as a cold front moves in, dropping the mercury to around 63°F by Monday.
Looking ahead to next week, Monday and Tuesday are expected to be clear with cooler temperatures, signaling the beginning of a shift to more autumn-like conditions. Residents should plan accordingly for the cooler air, and those with weekend outdoor plans may want to adjust for potential rain on Saturday night.
