Large Hail, 60 MPH Winds Likely Friday As Temps Warm Up: Metro Detroit Weather

SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN — Strong thunderstorms are expected across southeastern Michigan on Friday night, according to the National Weather Service.

The weather service says there is a slight risk (Level 2/5) for severe thunderstorms Friday evening into Friday night.

A passing warm front will push highs well into the 70s, possibly the 80s in some spots, during the afternoon hours Friday, according to the weather service.

Strong storms will then move into the region sometime after 8 p.m. Friday. The main threats will be heavy downpours, large hail up to 1 inch in diameter and winds reaching up to 60 miles per hour, according to the weather service.

The storms should fade away during the overnight hours, though a passing shower could linger into Saturday morning, according to the weather service.

There will also be rain chances over the weekend as a cool front pushes temperatures back below 70 degrees, according to the weather service.

Here is the full forecast for southeastern Michigan:

Friday: Storms; High 78, Low 59

Saturday: Rain (early); High 66, Low 43

Sunday: Rain (late); High 56, Low 46

Monday: Rain; High 64, Low 44

Tuesday: Sunny; High 65, Low 47