
The Michigan Weather Podcast
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🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/19 - Evening
Your evening Michigan weather update Multiple flood warnings are in effect across Michigan today, with standing water and swollen rivers creating hazardous conditions in several counties. The combination of recent snowmelt and rainfall has pushed waterways beyond their banks, particularly in low-lying areas. This Thursday morning starts with temperatures at 38 degrees, but we'll see a significant warmup through the day.
🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/19 - Midday
Your midday Michigan weather update Multiple flood warnings are in effect across Michigan this Thursday, with the most serious conditions impacting low-lying areas near rivers and streams. Standing water from recent snowmelt combined with incoming rain creates dangerous conditions requiring immediate attention. This morning starts chilly at 38 degrees, but don't let that fool you into thinking winter's hanging on.
🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/19 - Morning
Your morning Michigan weather update Multiple weather alerts are in effect across Michigan this Thursday morning, with flood warnings and a special weather statement highlighting tricky conditions. Those spotty light rain showers moving through are creating patches of ice on untreated surfaces, making for hazardous travel conditions. This morning's temperatures sit near 34 degrees, but we'll see steady improvement as we move through the day.
🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/18 - Evening
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🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/18 - Midday
Your midday Michigan weather update That gray sky overhead? That's your reality check, we're at 27 degrees right now after bottoming out at 17 overnight. Spring's trying to show up, but winter keeps crashing the party.
🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/17 - Midday
Your midday Michigan weather update Step outside right now and that Arctic air will slap you awake, we're sitting at 20 degrees statewide with overcast skies locked in place. Overnight lows bottomed out at 16. And wind chills have been brutal — hovering near zero across much of the state, dipping to minus 10 in the Thumb. 📍 Keywords: Michigan | midday forecast | Michigan weather | MI weather forecast | midday weather update | March weather
🚨 BLIZZARD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/16 - Morning
Your morning Michigan weather update Folks, we're in the teeth of a serious winter storm right now. This is dangerous weather. 📍 Keywords: Michigan | morning forecast | MI weather forecast | morning weather update | March weather | Michigan weather
🚨 BLIZZARD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/15 - Evening
Your evening Michigan weather update That light drizzle you felt today? Just the opening act, a powerful low pressure system is barreling toward us from Illinois. And it's packing everything — thunderstorms, heavy snow, ice. 📍 Keywords: evening forecast | Michigan | March weather | evening weather update | Michigan weather | MI weather forecast
🚨 BLIZZARD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/15 - Midday
Your midday Michigan weather update Michigan is about to get slammed. A rapidly intensifying storm is carving the state into three completely different weather worlds. 📍 Keywords: Michigan weather | midday weather update | MI weather forecast | March weather | midday forecast | Michigan
🚨 ICE STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/15 - Morning
Your morning Michigan weather update Step outside this morning and you might catch a hint of spring in the air. But don't get too comfortable, a massive storm system is taking aim at Michigan. And it's bringing absolutely everything. 📍 Keywords: Michigan weather | March weather | morning forecast | morning weather update | MI weather forecast | Michigan
🚨 BLIZZARD WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/14 - Evening
Good evening. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks. We're staring down the barrel of a massive spring storm, it's a tale of two states this weekend. Southern Michigan gets a taste of spring with rain and thunder, while northern Michigan is bracing for a blizzard. As the sun sets. Tonight kicks off the action, down in Detroit and the southeast, light snow arrives after 9 P.M. You might see a dusting before it changes over, temperatures sit at 33 degrees. It feels like 23 out there, so Dress warmly if you're heading out. West Michigan sees snow showers before 4 A.M., expect a quick coating of snow. Then, a changeover to rain is likely by Sunday morning, grand Rapids tops out near 62 degrees Sunday. Moving on. But the real story is up north, while a Blizzard Warning is in effect for the western Upper Peninsula. Heavy snow starts after 11 P.M., expect 3 to 5 inches of fresh powder by morning. Winds gusting to 45 miles an hour will create whiteout conditions, if you're traveling near Iron or Dickinson counties. Temperature-wise. Sunday brings wild swings, southeast Michigan hits 63 degrees. That's well above normal, you'll see gusty winds and a chance for thunderstorms Sunday night. In Northern Michigan, snow mixes with sleet and freezing rain, while then, it changes to rain by afternoon. Highs only reach 36 degrees, travel will be treacherous through Monday. Looking ahead. Monday brings a sharp reality check, while rain changes back to snow statewide. Temperatures crash into the 20s, west Michigan could see another 1 to 2 inches of accumulation. By Tuesday, highs only reach the 20s, it will feel like January returned. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead, while we stay chilly and unsettled. Expect highs in the 30s with a chance of snow showers Wednesday, sunshine finally returns by next Saturday. See you tomorrow.
🚨 WINTER STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather 3/12 - Midday
Advisory in effect for southern Michigan. midday Thu Mar 12th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/12 Midday - Thursday Forecast
Advisory in effect for southern Michigan. midday Thu Mar 12th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
🚨 WINTER STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather Morning
Advisory in effect for southern Michigan. morning Thu Mar 12th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/12 Morning - Thursday Forecast
Advisory in effect for southern Michigan. morning Thu Mar 12th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
🚨 FLOOD WARNING - Michigan Weather Evening
Advisory in effect for central and western Michigan. evening Wed Mar 11th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/11 Evening - Wednesday Forecast
Advisory in effect for central and western Michigan. evening Wed Mar 11th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
🚨 ICE STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather Midday
Advisory in effect for western Michigan. midday Wed Mar 11th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/11 Midday - Wednesday Forecast
Advisory in effect for western Michigan. midday Wed Mar 11th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
🚨 ICE STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather Morning
Advisory in effect. morning Wed Mar 11th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/11 Morning - Wednesday Forecast
Advisory in effect. morning Wed Mar 11th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
🚨 ICE STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather Evening
Advisory in effect. evening Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/10 Evening - Tuesday Forecast
Advisory in effect. evening Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
🚨 WINTER STORM WARNING - Michigan Weather Midday
Advisory in effect for southern Michigan. midday Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/10 Midday - Tuesday Forecast
Advisory in effect for southern Michigan. midday Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/10 Morning - 15° Above Normal
Advisory in effect. morning Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/10 Morning - Tuesday Forecast
Advisory in effect. morning Tue Mar 10th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/10 Morning - Winter Storm Warning
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you're greeted by 59 degrees under gray skies. Feels almost spring-like. But don't get too comfortable. As the sun sets, A messy storm system is bearing down on Michigan tonight. And it's bringing two completely different flavors of chaos. South gets severe thunderstorms. North gets ice. Let's break it down. Southeast Michigan, you're starting mild — 64 degrees this afternoon with scattered showers and possible thunderstorms through 10 A.M. but the real action hits after 8 P.M. Rain and thunderstorms roll in, some potentially severe with damaging winds and hail. Heavy rain continues through Wednesday morning, totaling near an inch, lows drop to 44 overnight before Wednesday climbs back to 61. As the sun sets. West Michigan, similar story, today's high hits 58 with scattered showers. Tonight, those showers turn to thunderstorms — some strong to severe — with temperatures falling to 38. Wednesday brings more rain and thunderstorms before flipping to snow showers by afternoon. High of 45. Northern Michigan, you stay cooler and drier today — just 44 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. But tonight's the concern. Rain transitions to freezing rain and sleet after 8 P.M., creating dangerous travel Wednesday morning. Ice accumulations around a tenth of an inch possible, wednesday brings a wintry mix before snow takes over. High of 34. Winter Weather Advisories are in effect for parts of Northern and West Michigan tonight through Wednesday afternoon. Those roads will be treacherous Wednesday morning — take it slow. In Looking ahead, thursday clears with sunshine and highs in the low 40s. Friday brings another round of accumulating snow with strong west winds gusting over 40 miles an hour. The weekend stays active with more snow chances and below-normal temps into next week. Keep your phone charged and your plans flexible tonight. Looking ahead. See you this afternoon.
Michigan Weather 3/9 Midday - Flood Warning
Advisory in effect. midday Mon Mar 9th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/9 Midday - Monday Forecast
Advisory in effect. midday Mon Mar 9th, 2026 Michigan forecast.
Michigan Weather 3/9 Morning - 25° Above Normal
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and you'll wonder if someone fast-forwarded us straight to April. We're sitting at 46 degrees. And we're just getting started. Sunshine owns the day across Michigan with temperatures climbing 25 degrees above normal. Southeast Michigan hits 66 degrees with breezy southwest winds gusting to 25 miles an hour. West Michigan reaches 64 degrees — gusts near the lakeshore could touch 32 miles an hour. Up north, you're topping out near 60 degrees with gusts to 35 possible. A few spots could challenge daily record highs if the sun really delivers. Tonight stays mild. Southeast Michigan drops to 50 degrees. West Michigan settles near 47. Northern Michigan cools to 36 under partly cloudy skies. Tuesday brings clouds and a temperature split. Southeast Michigan reaches 65 degrees with light rain possible after 7 A.M. West Michigan hits 64 degrees with a slight chance of showers after 2 P.M. Northern Michigan stays cooler at 48 as clouds thicken. The real story develops Tuesday night. Heavy rain and thunderstorms move in across southern Michigan early Wednesday morning. Rainfall totals could hit one to two inches. Northern areas face a tricky mix of freezing rain and snow Tuesday night into Wednesday. Wednesday turns messy statewide. Rain and possible thunderstorms continue across the south with highs near 58. Northern Michigan sees freezing rain and snow mixing in — one to three inches possible with highs struggling to reach the low 30s. Behind that system, colder air returns. Thursday brings mostly sunny skies but cooler temps in the low 40s. Another clipper system Friday could bring accumulating snow, especially across central Michigan. Enjoy the warmth today. It doesn't stick around long. See you this afternoon.
Michigan Weather: 03-08-2026 Midday
Michigan weather update for midday
Michigan Weather 3/8 Midday - 25° Above Normal
Good afternoon. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel spring making a serious push. Southwest winds are gusting to 36 miles an hour statewide. And they're bringing warmth with them. Down in Southeast Michigan, you're climbing to 58 degrees under sunny skies. Over in Grand Rapids and Muskegon, expect 55 degrees with mostly sunny conditions. Up north near Traverse City, you'll hit 51 degrees with partly sunny skies. That wind stays brisk through the afternoon before backing off tonight. Overnight stays mild. Southeast Michigan drops to 45 degrees. West Michigan settles near 46 degrees. Northern Michigan cools to 44 degrees. Those southwest winds keep blowing at 10 to 15 miles an hour. Monday brings the real heat. Southeast Michigan soars to 66 degrees — that's 25 degrees above normal for early March. West Michigan reaches 64 degrees. Even up north, you'll hit 60 degrees. Sunshine dominates statewide with breezy southwest winds. For the week. Tuesday stays warm with highs in the mid to upper 60s before everything changes. Late Tuesday night into Wednesday, a low pressure system tracks through bringing rain, thunderstorms. And eventually a mix of rain and snow Wednesday night. Northern Michigan could see 1 to 2 inches of accumulation. Behind that system, temperatures crash to the 30s Thursday with lingering snow showers possible. Another round of mixed precipitation looks likely Friday. Enjoy the spring preview today and tomorrow. Winter's got one more punch left. See you this evening.
Michigan Weather 3/8 Morning - 20° Above Normal
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. That drizzle you woke up to? Already gone. Skies are brightening fast. And we've got a breezy, mild day ahead. Southeast Michigan climbs to 58 degrees this afternoon. West Michigan hits 55. Up north. Here comes 51. But those southwest winds are cranking. Gusts to 35 miles an hour statewide, with a few lakefront spots potentially hitting 40. It'll feel brisk even with the mild temps. Hold onto your hats. Tonight stays breezy under partly cloudy skies. Lows settle in the mid-40s. Those southwest winds keep blowing at 10 to 15 miles an hour. Monday brings even warmer air — 15 to 20 degrees above normal for early March. Southeast Michigan hits 66. West Michigan reaches 64. Northern Michigan climbs to 58. Sunshine dominates, though clouds increase late up north with a slight chance of rain showers near the Tip of the Mitt. For the week. Tuesday stays warm — mid to upper 60s down south — but rain showers develop in the afternoon and ramp up Tuesday night. Wednesday morning brings thunderstorms before colder air wraps in, switching rain to snow by Wednesday night. Northern Michigan could see accumulating snow Wednesday into Thursday. Thursday clears out, but another system brings snow chances late Thursday night into Friday. Temperatures crash — highs only in the 30s Thursday and Friday. If you're enjoying these updates, a quick rating really helps us out. ! See you this afternoon.
Michigan Weather 3/7 Morning - Flood Warning, Fog Frolic
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Talk about weather whiplash. You're waking up to muggy air near 58 degrees, but don't get comfortable. A cold front is sweeping through right now, bringing thunderstorms and a 30-degree temperature crash by tonight. Down in Detroit and Ann Arbor, you're in the thick of it. Showers and thunderstorms roll through this morning, peaking around 11 A.M. With rain likely. Winds howl out of the southwest at 12 to 17 miles an hour, gusting to 32. Highs start at a balmy 66 degrees, but by 7 P.M., temperatures drop like a rock to 40. Tonight, clouds stick around. And lows actually creep back up to 42 after midnight. Sunday brings a reprieve with mostly sunny skies and highs in the mid-50s. Over in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, the cold front hits even harder. Thunderstorms are a near-certainty today, with rain before noon. You hit 64 degrees this afternoon—20 degrees above normal—before temperatures fall to 54 by the afternoon. Tonight, lows plummet to 35, then rise overnight as warm air sneaks back in. Sunday looks sunny and 57 degrees. Up north in Traverse City and the U.P., expect rain through the morning with patchy fog. Highs hit 57 degrees, but temperatures fall fast this afternoon. Tonight, lows drop to a chilly 30. Sunday offers mostly sunny skies and 51 degrees. The week ahead gets messy. Tuesday night through Wednesday, rain turns to a wintry mix. And by Thursday morning, you could wake up to snow showers. Highs by Thursday struggle to hit 40. Also, a Flood Warning is in effect for Sycamore Creek near Holt through Monday—turn around if you encounter water on the roads. In Sunset today is at 6, 35 P.M., giving us extra light to enjoy this brief warmth. But winter isn't done with us yet—by Wednesday, it'll feel like we time-traveled back to February. See you tomorrow. See you this afternoon.
Michigan Weather 3/6 Morning - Dense Fog Advisory
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. You woke up to fog and rain. That damp 41 degrees outside? It cuts right through you. Visibility's down to a quarter mile in spots, but the fog lifts by late morning. Don't get comfortable. Showers arrive this afternoon. Then thunderstorms roll in tonight. And the National Weather Service isn't messing around — marginal severe weather risk through 10 P.M. Damaging winds and large hail are possible. Southwest Michigan along I-94? You're in the bullseye. An isolated tornado can't be ruled out either. Southeast Michigan sees widespread fog through mid-morning. High near 55 degrees this afternoon, but temperatures drop as rain showers develop around 4 P.M. Thunderstorms fire up between 7 P.M. and 10 P.M. Tonight. Overnight low around 49 degrees, then temps climb back to 59 degrees by early Saturday morning. West Michigan gets hit harder. Fog clears by 11 A.M., then thunderstorms arrive around 1 P.M. High near 65 degrees. Tonight's the main event — showers and storms through 9 P.M., then another round between 4 A.M. and 7 A.M. Saturday. Heavy rain possible, up to three-quarters of an inch. Low around 57 degrees. Northern Michigan sees rain showers starting around 1 P.M. High near 56 degrees. Showers continue tonight with thunderstorms likely after 7 P.M. Low around 48 degrees. Saturday brings another round of storms early, then showers taper off by afternoon. Highs reach the mid-60s statewide before a cold front drops temperatures. Sunday turns sunny with highs in the low 50s. Beautiful weather Monday with highs in the mid-60s. Another storm system arrives Tuesday night into Wednesday — rain mixing with snow as colder air filters in. Have multiple ways to receive warnings today, especially overnight. Your phone's weather alerts could save you a lot of trouble. See you tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast See you tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 5 Midday - Dense Fog Advisory
Good afternoon. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel it. That damp, clingy chill that sneaks through your jacket. We picked up a tenth of an inch of rain overnight. And it's still drizzling across the state. Fog's thick enough to make your headlights work overtime. In the next 24 hours. Down in Detroit and Ann Arbor, you're sitting at 44 degrees with rain showers rolling through this afternoon. Fog's hanging around like an uninvited guest. Tonight drops to 37 with more showers likely. But here's the good news — Friday warms to 59 under cloudy skies. Over in Grand Rapids, same story. You'll hit 44 today with a coin flip on rain showers and patchy fog. Tonight falls to 37. Friday's when things get interesting — you jump to 66 degrees with showers and possible thunderstorms moving in. Push north to Traverse City and you're at 45 degrees with just a slight chance of drizzle. Tonight cools to 34 with fog patches. Friday brings a nice warm-up to 57 as rain showers arrive. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. Friday turns noticeably warmer — upper 50s to mid 60s across the state. Rain picks up Friday afternoon with thunderstorms possible Friday night into Saturday morning. Saturday starts mild before a cold front brings more storms. Sunday clears out beautifully with sunshine and highs in the 50s. Monday continues the pleasant stretch — sunny skies, mid 60s. Tuesday brings another round of rain. Quick note — we're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight each day now. Sunset tonight at 6:33. Spring equinox is just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 5 Morning - 27° Above Normal
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. If you're driving through southeast Michigan right now, you know the deal. Dense fog has visibility down to a quarter mile in Lenawee and Monroe Counties until 10 A.M. Slow down and flip those headlights on. In the next 24 hours. Southeast Michigan sits at 38 degrees under a gray blanket. Rain rolls in by mid-morning and peaks right around 2 P.M. You're looking at a soggy afternoon with highs near 44 degrees. Could see half to three quarters of an inch before it's done. West Michigan starts at 40 degrees with patchy fog of its own. Rain showers kick in late morning and stick around through the afternoon. Same story here — highs hit 44 degrees. Now head north and it's a completely different morning. Northern Michigan wakes up clear and cold at 27 degrees. Partly sunny skies take over, with just a slight chance of drizzle late this afternoon. Highs climb to 43 degrees. Tonight, rain tapers off but the fog hangs around. Lows settle between 34 and 38 degrees. That full moon rising tonight? You'll probably miss it through the clouds. Friday flips the script. Temperatures surge into the upper 50s to mid 60s — that's 27 degrees to 27 degrees above normal for early March. Showers and thunderstorms develop as warm air pushes north. The weekend stays mild but wet. Saturday brings more rain and storms with highs in the mid 60s south. A cold front sweeps through Saturday night, knocking temperatures back into the 50s for Sunday. Next week looks unsettled with rain chances returning Tuesday and Wednesday. Spring equinox is just two weeks away. And this forecast has that late-winter transition written all over it. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 4 Evening - 27° Above Normal
Good evening. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. That gray ceiling overhead? It's here to stay. You're sitting at 47 degrees under overcast skies, already 27 degrees warmer than this morning's low of 26. But don't get too comfortable with the quiet. Fog rolls in tonight. And rain follows close behind. In the next 24 hours. Down in Southeast Michigan, get ready for low visibility after 10 P.M. As fog develops, with rain spreading in overnight. Thursday stays soggy with a high of 43 degrees and rain likely through the day — you could see a half to three quarters of an inch. Over in West Michigan, patchy fog forms after 1 A.M., then rain arrives by morning. You'll hit 44 degrees with rain likely through the afternoon. Up north. Northern Michigan stays drier longest. Mostly clear skies tonight with a low of 27 degrees. Thursday brings just a slight chance of drizzle and a high of 42 degrees. Here's where it gets interesting. Friday kicks off a dramatic warm-up. Highs surge into the 60s across Lower Michigan — that's roughly 27 degrees above normal for early March. But the warmth comes with a price. Thunderstorms roll through Friday night into Saturday. Some could be strong, especially in West Michigan where the Storm Prediction Center has already flagged a marginal severe risk. Sunday offers a breather with sunshine and highs in the mid-50s. Then another round of rain and storms arrives Tuesday into Wednesday, with temperatures cooling back down. Tonight's full moon will have to fight through all that fog to make an appearance. Sunrise is at 7:10 A.M., sunset at 6:32 P.M. — we're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight each day now, with spring just two weeks away. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 4 Midday - 27° Above Normal
Good afternoon. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. What a wild temperature swing we just lived through. We bottomed out at 25 degrees before dawn. And now step outside and you're basking in the mid 50s under clear skies. That's nearly a 30-degree rebound. Folks, because the weather pattern is about to get busy. In the next 24 hours. Here's the breakdown for your Wednesday. Southeast Michigan hits 47 degrees this afternoon with plenty of sun. But keep an eye on the sky tonight. Clouds thicken up and rain moves in right after 10 P.M. You'll bottom out near 37 degrees. Thursday looks wet with rain likely and a high of 43 degrees. We could see a half inch to three quarters of an inch of rainfall, so keep the umbrella handy. West Michigan is the warm spot today. Grand Rapids tops out at 55 degrees with sunshine everywhere. Patchy fog develops late, settling in after 1 A.M. As lows dip to 39. Thursday brings rain by mid-morning with gusty east winds up to 22 miles an hour. Northern Michigan is seeing sunny skies and 54 degrees right now. Tonight brings a hard freeze. Lows drop to about 27 degrees with patchy fog toward dawn. Thursday stays drier than downstate with just a slight chance of drizzle and a high of 42 degrees. Here's your heads-up for the week ahead. An active pattern takes over. Rain spreads statewide Thursday and Thursday night. Friday warms up significantly. We're talking upper 50s and low 60s. Then Friday night into Saturday, we could see thunderstorms. Some could be strong, especially in West Michigan. Saturday highs soar into the low to mid 60s. That's roughly 27 degrees above normal for early March. Sunday clears out with highs in the mid 50s. One quick note for tonight. The full moon rises under those thickening clouds. We're just two weeks from the spring equinox now, gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight every single day. Get outside and enjoy the sun today. The rain returns tomorrow and sticks around for a while. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 4 Morning - Dense Fog Advisory
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. That thick soup outside your window? It's no illusion. A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 10 A.M. For areas from Monroe up to St. Clair County, plus Branch and Hillsdale. Visibility drops to under a quarter mile in spots, so take it slow on the roads this morning. In the next 24 hours. Once that fog burns off, we're looking at a genuinely pleasant day. West Michigan and Northern Michigan are the big winners — both regions top out in the mid-50s under mostly sunny skies. That's running about 26 degrees warmer than usual for early March. Southeast Michigan stays a bit cooler thanks to those lingering low clouds, peaking at 46 degrees. Tonight, the pattern shifts. Rain spreads into West Michigan after 1 A.M. and reaches Southeast Michigan by late evening. Lows settle in the mid-30s. That full moon you might spot early tonight? It'll get swallowed by clouds as the system rolls in. Thursday brings a soaker. Rain is likely statewide, with Southeast Michigan picking up a half to three-quarters of an inch. Highs hold in the mid-40s. But here's the headline. Spring makes a serious cameo this weekend. Friday and Saturday surge into the 60s — potentially record-warm territory. Both days come with showers and possible thunderstorms before a cold front sweeps through Saturday night. Sunday and Monday look fantastic. Mostly sunny with highs in the mid-50s to low 60s. We're gaining nearly 3 minutes of daylight each day now. And the spring equinox sits just two weeks away. Get outside while you can today. The wet weather arrives tonight and sticks around through Saturday. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 3 Evening - 26° Above Normal
Good evening. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Folks, enjoy the quiet tonight. Because this week's weather has a plot twist coming. High pressure is parked right over the Great Lakes, giving us one last calm, dry evening. But a low pressure system is already spinning up near the Four Corners. By Thursday, it's knocking on our door with rain. By Saturday? Possible thunderstorms and 66 degrees. In early March. We'll get there. In the next 24 hours. First, tonight. Skies clear out statewide. West Michigan drops to 26 degrees. Up north, you're looking at 28 degrees. Southeast Michigan holds onto 30 degrees. One thing to watch. Fog creeps in after 3 A.M. Near the Lake Erie shoreline. If you're an early commuter in that corridor, give yourself extra time. Wednesday is genuinely nice. West Michigan leads the way at 54 degrees under full sunshine. Northern Michigan reaches 49 degrees. Southeast Michigan hits 46 degrees with partly sunny skies. Any leftover fog burns off by 8 A.M. Then the flip. Rain pushes into Southeast Michigan after 7 P.M. Wednesday. West Michigan sees showers rolling in after 1 A.M. Thursday. Thursday itself is a gray, soggy day statewide. Highs only reach the mid to upper 40s. Now the week ahead gets interesting. Friday and Saturday, that low pressure system cranks up. Showers, possible thunderstorms. And temperatures climbing fast. Saturday's highs could touch 66 degrees in the southeast. That's nearly 26 degrees above normal. Sunday dries out with mid 50s. Monday stays mild near 60 degrees. We're gaining almost three minutes of daylight every day now. Spring equinox is two weeks out. This forecast feels like it got the memo early. Charge your phone, set your wipers upright Wednesday night. You'll want them ready. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 3 Evening - Cloudy
Good evening. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. That gray ceiling has held us at a stubborn 36 degrees all day. But here's the thing. This is the quiet before a serious pattern shift. You've probably noticed the sun sticking around a bit longer. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight every day now. By the weekend, you'll really feel the difference. In the next 24 hours. Tonight plays out differently depending on where you're. Southeast Michigan stays mostly cloudy with a low near 30. Fog develops after 3 A.M., so Thursday morning's commute could start slow. Head west toward Grand Rapids and Muskegon. And the sky clears out. That drops temperatures to around 26 degrees, making West Michigan the cold spot tonight. Northern Michigan clears out as well, bottoming out near 28 under starlit skies. Wednesday brings a welcome turnaround. Southeast Michigan climbs to 46 degrees under partly sunny skies once that morning fog burns off. West Michigan is the warm spot in the state at 54 degrees with full sunshine. Northern Michigan hits 49 degrees. It's going to be a gorgeous early March day. The story shifts Thursday. Rain spreads north through the state and sticks around into the weekend. Temperatures climb steadily. Friday pushes into the upper 50s to low 60s. Saturday could hit the mid 60s in southern Michigan. But that warmth comes with thunderstorms. We dry out and cool slightly by Sunday. Highs land in the mid 50s under mostly sunny skies. Monday brings another chance of rain with highs near 60. So enjoy the quiet weather tonight. The full moon rises over a state about to flip from winter chill to spring warmth. And a wet weekend. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
Michigan Weather March 3 Midday - 26° Above Normal
Good afternoon. Michigan. I'm Jack O'Malley. Folks, that gray blanket overhead has been hogging the sky all day. But high pressure is muscling in from the northwest right now, pushing those clouds out like a bouncer at closing time. You're sitting at 40 degrees as we speak. By tonight. The stars come out. In the next 24 hours. Down in Southeast Michigan, the clouds hang on longest. A slight chance of a rain snow mix lingers before 7 P.M. Lows drop to 30 degrees. Watch for fog developing late, especially near the Ohio border and the Lake Erie shoreline. Could get dense by morning. Wednesday brings partly sunny skies and 46 degrees. Slide over to Grand Rapids and the skies clear faster. Tonight drops to 26 degrees under mostly clear conditions. Patchy fog possible early Wednesday, then sunshine owns the day. You'll climb to 54 degrees. That's the warmest spot in Michigan tomorrow. Up north, classic March. Mostly clear tonight, low of 28 degrees. Wednesday delivers full sun and 49 degrees with light winds. The kind of afternoon where you leave the heavy coat in the truck. Now the plot twist. Thursday, a low pressure system rolls out of the southern Plains and spreads rain across the state. South gets it worst. Friday into Saturday, a stronger system muscles in with rain and possible thunderstorms. Temperatures surge into the 60s by Saturday. That's nearly 26 degrees above normal. Your windows might actually open for the first time since November. Sunday clears out, mid 50s. Monday holds near 60 degrees. The spring equinox is two weeks away, but this weekend gives you the trailer. I'll be tracking that Thursday system closely. Plenty to talk about tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Take care! That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
3/3 Michigan Weather 6 AM: Tuesday Forecast
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside and you'll feel 24 degrees. Looks clear overhead, right? Don't trust it. A warm front stalled across Ohio is quietly pushing low clouds our way. And tucked behind those clouds. A warm up that's going to flip this state upside down by the weekend. In the next 24 hours. But first, today. Southeast Michigan sits under mostly cloudy skies. You'll climb to 40 degrees, which honestly feels generous after this morning. A slight chance of drizzle sneaks in between 10 A.M. and 3 P.M. Nothing dramatic. Just enough to make your windshield annoying. Tonight settles to 30 degrees under stubborn clouds. Swing over to West Michigan and you're doing slightly better. Highs near 43 degrees with that same light drizzle chance around midday. Skies partly clear tonight, dropping you to 26 degrees. One thing to watch. Patchy fog early Wednesday morning. Give yourself an extra minute on the road. Now Northern Michigan. You folks won the day. Partly sunny, bone dry, 41 degrees. Tonight dips to 27 degrees under partly cloudy skies. And Wednesday? Gorgeous. Sunny and 50 degrees. Speaking of Wednesday, that warming trend builds statewide. Fifties in spots. Enjoy every second of it, because Thursday the rain moves in and sticks around through Saturday. We're talking a quarter to half an inch, with thunderstorms Friday into Saturday. Thunder in early March. That's your sign spring is knocking. The payoff is real though. Highs surge into the 60s by the weekend. Sunday clears out with sunshine and mid 50s. The spring equinox is just two weeks out. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight every single day. And tonight, look up after sunset. That full moon is going to be something special. I'll be tracking that Thursday rain all week. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
3/2 Michigan Weather 6 AM: Feels Like 4 Degrees
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. Step outside right now and that cold will wake you up faster than your coffee. High pressure swept in overnight like a giant vacuum, pulling every cloud out of the sky and letting heat escape straight into space. That's why the thermometer cratered into the teens. In the next 24 hours. Northern Michigan took the worst of it. Nine degrees up there, with wind chills around 4. That's the kind of cold that stings your lungs on the first breath. Southeast and West Michigan are both sitting at 17 degrees. Not exactly tropical. But folks, here's where March starts earning its reputation. That sun is climbing higher every day. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight. and you'll feel it this afternoon. Southeast Michigan warms to 35 degrees. Push west toward Grand Rapids and you'll hit 41. Even up north reaches 38 degrees under blue skies all day. Perfect for a lunchtime walk. Just layer up for the morning commute. Tonight, clouds creep back in. Lows settle into the mid 20s. Tuesday gets tricky. A weak system slides through with freezing rain possible before 10 A.M., especially in the Southeast. Temperatures warm fast, flipping everything to plain rain by midday. Highs reach the low 40s. Now the plot twist. A massive pattern shift is loading up for later this week. Gulf moisture aims straight at Michigan starting Thursday. We're talking multiple rounds of rain, temperatures surging into the 50s and 60s. and possible thunderstorms Friday night into Saturday. Some spots could touch 64 degrees by Saturday. That's a 50 degrees swing from this morning's lows. Wild. Charge your phone and check those gutters before Thursday. You'll want the drainage ready. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
3/1 Michigan Weather 6 PM: Feels Like 9 Degrees
Good evening. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. A massive Canadian high pressure system parked itself right over the Great Lakes today. and folks, it brought a gift nobody asked for. Bone dry air and temperatures that bite. In the next 24 hours. That 10.7 inches of fresh snow from overnight? It turned Michigan into a giant reflector. Clear skies plus fresh snow cover equals heat escaping fast. That's why thermometers bottomed out at 12 degrees before dawn. Classic radiational cooling doing its thing. Up north, today barely cracked 22 degrees. That sunshine looked gorgeous through the window, but step outside and your lungs reminded you real quick. Slide down toward Grand Rapids and Muskegon. and you touched 32. Freezing, but at least the snow wasn't squeaking underfoot. Over in Southeast Michigan. Detroit and the Thumb landed right around 30 degrees. Tonight gets quieter. and colder. Northern Michigan sinks to 10 degrees. Light winds, clear skies, no mercy. West Michigan and the southeast both settle near 17. No wind chill tricks tonight. Those numbers are the real deal. Now Monday is where the plot starts to twist. That high slides east. Warmer air sneaks back in from the south. Northern Michigan jumps to 35. West Michigan pushes 42. Southeast Michigan reaches 36. You'll actually want to open a window. But the real headline lives later this week. Tuesday morning. Southeast Michigan could see freezing rain between 8 and 9 A.M. Before flipping to plain rain. Keep that ice scraper handy. Highs climb into the 40s statewide. Then by Friday. 60s. Thirty degrees warmer than right now. The catch? Rain moves in Thursday and doesn't quit through Saturday. Thunderstorms are possible Friday. Spring equinox is 19 days out. Michigan's getting a sneak peek. Charge your phone tonight. Cold batteries are cranky batteries. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
3/1 Michigan Weather Noon: Snow
Good afternoon. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. That Canadian high pressure system sliding in behind yesterday's dusting? It's the boss today. Clear skies, cold air. and that crisp winter bite that makes your nose hairs freeze on contact. In the next 24 hours. Southeast Michigan is sitting at 30 degrees right now under blue skies. Winds out of the north at 6 to 9 miles an hour make it feel sharper than that. Tonight you drop to 19 degrees under partly cloudy skies. Slide west toward Grand Rapids and you're at 32 degrees. Gorgeous sunshine. but tonight? That's the cold spot. 17 degrees under mostly clear skies. Your car windshield will be a skating rink by morning. Now push north. Only 22 degrees up there today, with a slight chance of lingering snow showers before 1 P.M. Tonight plummets to 11 degrees. That's the kind of cold where your dog does a speed run outside and sprints right back in. But folks. Enjoy this last gasp of real winter. Monday, southerly winds develop and temperatures jump. Southeast Michigan climbs to 35. West Michigan surges to 42. Even up north hits 36. All under sunny skies. Tuesday gets interesting. A storm system rolls in from the southwest. Southeast Michigan could see freezing rain early Tuesday morning before flipping to plain rain. West Michigan gets rain showers. Up north, a messy rain and snow mix. The week ahead tells a wild story. Temperatures keep climbing. By Wednesday, upper 40s. Thursday and Friday? We're talking 50s to near 60 degrees in southern Michigan. Multiple rounds of rain ride in with that warmth. Rapid snowmelt and rising rivers become a real concern by the weekend. Quick note. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight every day now. Sunrise today at 7:15 A.M. Sunset at 6:28 P.M. Spring is whispering. I'll be tracking that Tuesday storm system all night. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow.
3/1 Michigan Weather 6 AM: Snow
Good morning. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. That Canadian air snuck in overnight like a houseguest who doesn't knock. A low pressure system pulled south, dragging Arctic cold behind it. That's why your thermometer looks angry this morning. but here's the twist. This is the last truly bitter day for a while. In the next 24 hours. Yesterday's snow left about seven tenths of an inch on the ground. Nothing dramatic, but enough to make the world look fresh. Now high pressure is muscling in, clearing our skies and locking in the chill. Up in Northern Michigan, you're waking up to 9 degrees. Brutal. Highs only reach 22 today under partly sunny skies. A stray snow shower could sneak through this afternoon. Tonight drops back to 11 degrees as skies clear. Slide down to West Michigan and it's a touch more forgiving. Seventeen degrees right now, sunny skies pushing you to 32 by this afternoon. Tonight settles back to 17. Over in Southeast Michigan, you're at 22 degrees but that north wind makes it feel like 12. Any leftover snow showers wrap up by 7 A.M. Then sunshine takes over with a high near 30. Tonight dips to 19. Now the good stuff. Monday starts the turnaround. Sunshine everywhere, highs climbing into the mid 30s to near 40. Tuesday might open with a wintry mix before flipping to rain. Then. The pattern completely shifts. Fifties by Wednesday. Potentially 60 degrees by Friday. Several rounds of rain roll through late week. Folks, that warmth plus rain means rapid snowmelt. If you live near a river, keep your eyes open. In One more reason to smile. Sunrise hits at 7, 15 this morning. We're gaining nearly three minutes of daylight every day now. Spring equinox is just 19 days out. Charge up, grab that extra layer. and enjoy the sunshine. Last cold one for a while. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.
2/28 Michigan Weather 6 PM: Snow Starting 5 PM
Good evening. Michigan. I'm Aaron Jolly. A clipper system is racing across the Great Lakes right now, dragging a band of snow behind it like a curtain closing on February. and folks. It's got some teeth. In the next 24 hours. Snow moves in between 5 P.M. and 8 P.M. The heaviest band locks onto the I-96 corridor from Muskegon through Grand Rapids to Lansing. That stretch could pick up 1 to 3 inches by morning. Some spots might push 4 if the band decides to stall. That's enough to make your evening drive feel like a suggestion rather than a plan. Slide southeast toward Detroit and the Thumb. You're looking at a half inch to 2 inches, with the juicier totals between I-69 and I-94. Snow tapers after midnight as the whole system scoots east. Now the real story. Once that clipper clears out. Arctic high pressure drops in from Canada like an uninvited guest. Sunday looks partly sunny but deceiving. Highs only crack the low 30s around Detroit. West Michigan struggles into the upper 20s. Northern Michigan? Low 20s. Sunday night is where it bites. Lows plunge to the upper teens downstate, mid teens in the west. and single digits up north. Wind chills approach minus 10 in Northern Michigan. That's frostbite territory on exposed skin. The week ahead tells a wild story. Monday stays cold and dry, low to mid 30s. Tuesday brings a wintry mix possibility as a system lifts from the Ohio Valley. Watch for freezing rain, especially in the morning. Then everything flips. Highs surge into the upper 40s Wednesday, low 50s Thursday. and possibly low 60s by next weekend. Rain rides in with that warmth. Scattered showers midweek, heavier stuff next weekend as Gulf moisture streams north. February goes out cold. March comes in feeling like April. Charge your phone, scrape your windshield tonight. and let the clipper do its thing. That's your forecast — we'll be back tomorrow. For the extended outlook, check the latest forecast as confidence improves. Stay safe, stay prepared. and enjoy the day.