Severe Storms Possible This Weekend Amid Warming Temps: MI Weather

SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN — Severe thunderstorms are possible across southeastern Michigan this weekend as temperatures warm, according to the National Weather Service.

The first round of rain and thunderstorms moves into the region during the afternoon hours Friday when highs reach the mid-60s, according to the weather service.

The stormy weather will clear out of the region by the nighttime hours, but more rain and thunderstorms will return Saturday afternoon when highs hit the 70s, according to the weather service.

The strongest storms of the weekend are expected to move into the area Sunday afternoon when highs climb toward 70 degrees, according to the weather service.

All of southeastern Michigan is under a slight risk (level 2/5) for severe thunderstorms Sunday.

Forecasters warned the storms could include heavy downpours, gusty winds, hail and even an isolated tornado.

The stormy weather will continue into the nighttime hours Sunday when a cold front moves into the area and knocks temperatures back down into the 50s, according to the weather service.

Here is the full forecast for the southeast Michigan:

Friday: Rain/ Storms; High 65, Low 58

Saturday: Rain/ Storms; High 71, Low 51

Sunday: Rain/ Storms; High 68, Low 46

Monday: Rain/Snow; High 52, Low 30

Tuesday: Sunny; High 44, Low 33