If you’ve stepped outside today and thought, “Wait… is it still winter?”—you’re definitely not alone. Detroit is feeling way colder than most of us would like for mid-April.
We’re sitting in the mid-40s this afternoon, and with all the thick cloud cover, it’s a pretty gloomy day. There were some scattered rain showers earlier, and if you were out and about, you might’ve even seen a few stray snowflakes. Yep—snowflakes. In April. Michigan weather, right?
To top it off, the wind is howling. Gusts are hitting up to 40 mph, which makes it feel way colder than it actually is. Even though the thermometer says mid-40s, it feels more like the 30s out there. Definitely one of those days where you want to grab an extra jacket (and maybe skip the patio lunch).
Tonight: Still Windy, Still Cold
The clouds are sticking around tonight, and temperatures are going to dip even more—expect lows around 34°F. With the wind still going strong, it’ll feel even colder. If you’re heading out tonight, bundle up.
The Rest of the Week: Slowly Warming Up
There’s light at the end of this chilly tunnel. Starting tomorrow, things gradually warm up:
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Wednesday: A bit of sun returns and temps climb to the mid-50s. Still cool, but we’ll take it.
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Thursday: A little warmer still, reaching the upper 50s with a mix of sun and clouds.
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Friday: Finally—spring shows up in full. We’re looking at 70s during the day, but it won’t be all smooth sailing. There’s a decent chance of afternoon thunderstorms, and a few could pack a punch with hail or strong winds.
Weekend Outlook: Back to Cool
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Saturday: Cooler again with highs in the low 60s. Expect a mix of sun and clouds.
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Sunday: Even a bit chillier, with temps hovering in the mid-50s. Still mostly dry, but not exactly beach weather.
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Monday: Rain makes a comeback. Scattered showers and highs in the mid-60s.
Quick April Reality Check:
Detroit in April is unpredictable. One day feels like summer, the next like January. On average, we see highs around 59°F and lows in the upper 30s. Rain’s common, and the occasional April snowfall is just part of the deal.
So yes—today’s weather is annoying, but not totally out of the ordinary for spring in the Midwest.
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Cold and cloudy today, with biting wind and maybe a flurry or two.
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Temps creep up midweek, with Friday looking warm but stormy.
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The weekend cools back down, but stays mostly dry.
Hang in there, Detroit. Spring’s trying to break through—it just has to fight off a few stubborn reminders of winter first.
