After freezing rain caused slick travel Friday, Metro Detroit is getting a short break in the active weather pattern Saturday.
Saturday will be relatively quiet, with mostly cloudy skies. A few flurries may be seen early Saturday morning, but no accumulation or travel issues are expected. Metro Detroit will have seasonable temperatures with highs in the mid-30s. Winds remain light, offering a welcome pause before conditions deteriorate for the second half of the weekend.
That calm won’t last long.
A strong storm system will sweep across the Midwest late Saturday night through Monday, bringing rain, strong winds, falling temperatures and a risk of power outages across Southeast Michigan.
Rain and brief icing concerns
Rain develops overnight into Sunday morning. For some northern communities, especially north of M-59, there may be a brief window of freezing rain early Sunday, potentially causing slick spots on untreated roads and bridges. Temperatures rise quickly Sunday morning, allowing precipitation to transition to all rain.
Rain develops overnight into Sunday morning. For some northern communities, especially north of M-59, there may be a brief window of freezing rain early Sunday. (WDIV)
Rain becomes widespread Sunday afternoon and evening. Many areas will pick up one to one and a half inches of rain, with locally higher amounts possible. Minor flooding in poor drainage areas cannot be ruled out, but widespread river flooding is not expected.
Wind, flash freeze and snow Monday
The most impactful weather arrives late Sunday night into Monday.
A powerful cold front will sweep through early Monday, bringing strong west to southwest winds with gusts between 45 and 55 mph. These winds could down tree limbs and power lines, leading to scattered power outages. Highs will reach the lower- to mid-50s.
At the same time, temperatures will drop rapidly — more than 20 degrees in just a few hours — raising concerns for a flash freeze. Wet roads from Sunday’s rain could quickly turn icy, especially during the Monday morning commute.
Snow showers and brief snow squalls are possible Monday, with minor accumulations generally ranging from a dusting to around 1–2 inches. While snowfall totals are limited, rapidly changing visibility and icy roads could make travel hazardous.
Wind chills Monday will fall into the teens and single digits, making it feel sharply colder.
Looking ahead to New Year’s
Cold weather lingers into midweek.
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Wednesday (New Year’s Eve): Mostly cloudy and cold, with highs in the upper-20s to near 30. A few snow showers are possible.
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Thursday (New Year’s Day): Continued cold, with highs around 20 degrees and a chance of light snow showers.
Anyone with travel or outdoor plans late this weekend or early next week should monitor updates closely, prepare for strong winds, and be cautious of rapidly changing road conditions.
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