Michigan's Weather: A Wild Ride Ahead

Current Conditions

Southeast Michigan:

• Detroit and surrounding areas are experiencing rain.
• Ann Arbor remains dry for now.

Storm Movement:

• Rain is moving in from the southeast.
• The storm will clear by evening, bringing colder air.

Upper Peninsula Update

First Snow of the Season:

• Expected in the Upper Peninsula, typical for Halloween time.
• Lake Effect Snow: Winds from the northwest will bring light snow.
• Accumulation: Higher areas might see a couple of inches, but most will likely melt.

Weekend Forecast

Friday:

• East Side: Mostly dry.
• West Side: Possible light showers.

Saturday:

• Statewide: Brief showers.
• Northern Parts: Chance of wet snow.

Sunday:

• Daytime: Dry.
• Nighttime: Cold front might bring rain.
• Temperatures:
• South: Low 50s.
• North and Upper Peninsula: 40s.

Next Week's Outlook

Monday to Wednesday:

• Dry Conditions: Expected.
• Temperatures: Climbing from mid-50s to near 60° by Wednesday.

Typical November Pattern:

• Temperatures rise before a storm and fall after.

Long-Term Forecast

Transition to Winter:

• Expect more ups and downs in temperatures.
• Mornings: Chilly, requiring coats.
• Afternoons: Need a good jacket.
• Southern Canada: More snow expected, signaling the transition to winter.