Thu May 01 10:10:00 UTC 2025: **Mid-Michigan Sees Calm After Strong Winds, Rain Expected Thursday**
SAGINAW, MI – After strong winds on Tuesday, Mid-Michigan is enjoying calmer weather today, though temperatures are cooler thanks to a cold front. A much-needed rain is forecast for Thursday, offering temporary relief from ongoing drought conditions.
Highs today will reach the upper 50s inland, with lower 60s possible in areas like Flint and Mount Pleasant. However, shoreline areas will remain cooler, in the 40s due to a light northeast wind. Morning temperatures dipped into the lower 30s and upper 20s, prompting frost alerts for some areas.
Showers are expected to begin late Wednesday night, around 2 or 3 AM, becoming widespread by Thursday morning. A few weak thunderstorms are possible, leading to heavier rainfall in some areas. Total rainfall is predicted to be around 0.5 inches, with higher totals—potentially exceeding 0.75 inches—possible north of US-10. While not a complete drought solution, this rainfall will provide short-term relief.
Thursday’s highs will vary, with 60s expected south of the Bay Region and lower 50s to the north. The weekend forecast is currently favorable.
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