Grand Rapids, MI – Michigan heads into a summer sizzler Thursday, July 10, with highs near 86°F and light winds—just a warm-up for what’s next. By Friday, Grand Rapids will push 90°F before late-night storms arrive, bringing a sharp shift in weekend weather and potential travel delays across I-196.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, a Hazardous Weather Outlook is in effect as thunderstorms are expected between 8 p.m. Friday and 2 a.m. Saturday, followed by lingering showers into Saturday evening. Heat and humidity will dominate daytime hours Friday and Saturday, with highs in the upper 80s and scattered storms possibly interrupting summer plans.
Localized flooding and brief power outages are possible, especially in low-lying areas and neighborhoods with older tree canopies. Outdoor events on Friday and Saturday afternoon may need shelter contingency plans. Residents are urged to secure loose items, charge mobile devices, and avoid travel during periods of heavy rainfall, especially on US-131 and I-196, where pooling water can develop quickly.
Weekend Preview:
Saturday brings a chance of showers by midday, with additional storms after 2 p.m. Evening activity tapers off gradually, but spotty rain could linger into early Sunday. Sunday and Monday look drier, offering a brief return to mostly sunny skies and mid-to-upper 80s.
📆 Five-Day Forecast (Grand Rapids, MI):
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 86°F. Light wind.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, hot, high near 90°F.
- Friday Night: 40% chance of thunderstorms between 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Low around 70°F.
- Saturday: Showers possible midday, then storms after 2 p.m. High near 85°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 89°F.
