Michigan – A sharp freeze grips Grand Rapids this morning, with frost clinging to windshields and cold pavement creating slick spots as commuters head out.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures sit near 25°F at Gerald R. Ford International Airport under clear skies and calm winds. Roads remain mostly dry, but bridges and untreated surfaces along US-131 and I-196 may turn slippery early.
Sunlight quickly changes the feel. Temperatures climb to the mid-40s by afternoon with partly sunny skies. That gradual warming helps improve road conditions, though shaded areas may stay slick through late morning.
A stronger warm-up builds midweek. Highs reach near 60°F by Wednesday with increasing clouds and light southwest winds. It will feel noticeably milder across Kent County, offering a brief taste of spring.
Conditions shift again Thursday. Highs rise to 66°F, but a 50 percent chance of showers develops after mid-afternoon. Wet roads and reduced visibility could impact the evening commute across Grand Rapids and surrounding suburbs.
Colder air returns quickly Thursday night. Temperatures fall toward 28°F with lingering moisture, raising concern for flash refreezing on untreated roads and sidewalks. Drivers should stay alert for black ice into early Friday.
Friday turns cooler with highs near 42°F and gradual clearing. The quick swing highlights a classic late-March pattern across West Michigan.
Five Day Forecast for Grand Rapids, MI:
Tuesday: Partly sunny. High near 46°F.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy. High near 60°F.
Thursday: Chance of showers. High near 66°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny. High near 42°F.
Saturday: Sunny. High near 45°F.
