Storms With Severe Threat Moving Into Metro Detroit: What To Know

METRO DETROIT — Isolated and scattered thunderstorms are likely across metro Detroit on Wednesday before stronger storms move into the area, according to the National Weather Service.

The weather service said rain and scattered thunderstorms will move into the region during the afternoon hours Wednesday when highs climb into the 70s. Forecasters do not expect those storms to be severe.

A warm front will push temperatures across southeastern Michigan into the 80s Thursday before a powerful line of thunderstorms will hit the area during the nighttime hours, according to the weather service.

Forecasters warned those storms could produce heavy downpours, large hail, damging winds and even an isolated tornado.

The Storm Prediction Center placed most of the region under a Slight Risk (2/5) for severe weather late Thursday night into the overnight hours.

Any lingering showers and thunderstorms should fade away during the overnight hours, leading to a sunny Friday with temperatures surging into the upper 80s, according to the weather service.

Outside a small chance for rain early Saturday morning, the weekend looks warm and sunny.

Here is the NWS forecast for southeastern Michigan:

Wednesday: Storms; High 74, Low 60

Thursday: Storms (late); High 80, Low 66

Friday: Sunny; High 86, Low 62

Saturday: Sunny; High 75, Low 53

Sunday: Sunny; High 70, Low 49