Detroit eased in today, under clear skies and temperatures near 30°F, with sunshine expected through the afternoon and highs close to 43°F. The calm will not last long, though, as a strong system arrives overnight. Residents should be ready for a fast flip to windy conditions and a quick hit of wintry precipitation late tonight into Friday.
High Wind Watch Tonight Into Friday
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch from tonight through tomorrow evening for all of southeast Michigan, calling for southwest winds of 25–35 mph with gusts up to 50–55 mph. Those gusts could bring down trees and power lines and make driving tricky, especially for high‑profile vehicles during Friday’s commute. Locals are urged to monitor forecasts and…..