Severe Thunderstorms and Hail Expected to Hit Metro Detroit

Metro Detroit is bracing for more rain, thunder, and the possibility of hail as isolated, marginally severe thunderstorms are expected to hit the region on Friday afternoon through the evening. The National Weather Service has issued a warning, stating that these storms could bring gusts of up to 60 mph and hail up to 1 inch in diameter.

The storm motions are predicted to move through several counties, including Midland, Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Tuscola, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe. The storms are expected to move east at a speed of 40 mph.

Meteorologist Ian Lee from the NWS in White Lake Township explained that hail accompanied by thunderstorms during the summer months is not uncommon. He also mentioned that the strongest and most severe thunderstorms are likely to occur between 2-10 p.m.

In a tweet, the NWS Detroit shared a weather update, stating that there will be widely scattered late-day showers or thunderstorms with temperatures in the mid-80s. Showers are also likely on Saturday with a chance of thunderstorms and temperatures near 80. Another round of late-day scattered showers or storms is possible on Sunday with temperatures in the lower to mid-80s.

This comes after a tornado touched down in southwest Michigan on Wednesday night, causing damage to property, crops, and trees. The EF1 twister had winds of 90 mph and was on the ground for five minutes. It traveled from the southeast side of Colon to Sherwood, with a path width of 50 yards and a length of 2.92 miles.

Looking ahead, numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop early on Saturday across Metro Detroit, with temperatures near 80. The chances of thunderstorms remain low on Sunday and Monday, with highs in the lower to mid-80s.

Residents are advised to stay updated on the weather conditions and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.

According to meteorologist Ian Lee, when is the timeframe for the strongest and most severe thunderstorms expected to hit Metro Detroit

Get ready, Metro Detroit! More rain, thunder, and even the possibility of hail are headed our way. Brace yourselves, because isolated, marginally severe thunderstorms are expected to hit the region this Friday afternoon through the evening. The National Weather Service has issued a warning, alerting us that these storms could pack gusts of up to 60 mph and hail as big as 1 inch in diameter.

So, which counties will feel the brunt of this storm? Buckle up, folks, because it’s predicted to move through quite a few of them. Midland, Bay, Huron, Saginaw, Tuscola, Sanilac, Shiawassee, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair, Livingston, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Wayne, Lenawee, and Monroe should all be prepared. These storms are expected to march eastward at a speedy 40 mph.

Now, what does meteorologist Ian Lee from the NWS in White Lake Township have to say about all this? Well, according to him, hail with thunderstorms during the summer months is no surprise. He did mention, however, that the strongest and most severe thunderstorms are likely to hit between 2-10 p.m. So, be on high alert during those hours.

To keep us updated, the NWS Detroit shared a weather update via tweet. They informed us that we should expect widely scattered late-day showers or thunderstorms on Friday, with temperatures in the mid-80s. Saturday will bring showers and a chance of thunderstorms, with temperatures hovering around 80. On Sunday, we can anticipate another round of late-day scattered showers or storms, with temperatures in the lower to mid-80s.

In case you missed it, a tornado touched down in southwest Michigan on Wednesday night, wreaking havoc across the area. The EF1 twister had winds of 90 mph and remained on the ground for five minutes. It left a trail of damage in its path from the southeast side of Colon to Sherwood, spanning 2.92 miles and with a path width of 50 yards. Mother Nature can be fierce, and this is a reminder to stay prepared.

Looking ahead, numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop early on Saturday across Metro Detroit, with temperatures near 80. The chances of thunderstorms will remain relatively low on Sunday and Monday, with highs in the lower to mid-80s.

Folks, stay on top of the weather conditions and take the necessary precautions to ensure your safety. Keep an eye out for any updates and be ready for whatever Mother Nature throws our way. Stay safe out there, Metro Detroit!