Grand Rapids, Mich. – High heat and the threat of Sunday thunderstorms will make outdoor plans risky across western Michigan, especially in Grand Rapids and along major roadways like US-131 and I-96.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, Sunday, July 6 brings a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m., with highs around 85°F and heat index values climbing into the mid-90s. Winds may gust up to 18 mph, and isolated heavy downpours could lead to minor flooding on roads and low-lying areas.
Localized storms may spark hazardous driving conditions Sunday afternoon, especially for travelers heading north on US-131 or east on I-96. Meanwhile, the swim risk at Lake Michigan beaches from Grand Haven to Manistee remains moderate to high due to dangerous currents.
Scattered storms may continue into early Monday morning, but Monday itself turns calmer, with partly sunny skies and a high near 84°F.
🔎 5-Day Forecast for Grand Rapids (July 6–11):
- Sunday: 85°F – Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m.
- Monday: 84°F – Partly sunny, lower humidity, calm winds
- Tuesday: 88°F – Sunny, warm, and dry
- Wednesday: 88°F – Mostly sunny, summerlike pattern continues
- Thursday: 85°F – Slight chance of showers, partly cloudy
