We finally received some much needed rain yesterday.  We had a few sprinkles early, then late in the afternoon, a storm developed right over us, giving us 0.31″ of rain in about 15 minutes.  The storm then moved to the ENE, merging with other storms which became severe over southern Michigan.  A few tornado warnings were issued but I heard of no reported tornadoes in Michigan.  As the storms moved into Ohio, they became more severe and there was tornado damage there.  Once again, the south received severe damage from tornadoes and large hail, especially in Texas.  This was our first bout of severe weather this year here in Michigan, but we were lucky.  Today has been cloudy and we are supposed to see temps in the mid 70s with some sun.  In fact, the sun just now has appeared.  I’m a bit skeptical that the temperature will actually make it into the mid 70s.

Our 3:30 PM temperature is 68°F (20°C), the humidity is 62%, and skies are cloudy.  Winds are from the north at 4-8 mph and the dew point is 51°F (11°C).  The Air Qualify Index is moderate at 83, and the UV Index is very high at 8.  The pressure is 30.01 in (1016.3 mb) and steady, and visibility is 9 miles.  Yesterday’s high was 71°F (22°C) and the overnight low was 57°F (14°C).  Average temps for this date are 79F/57F.  Sunrise was at 5:57 AM and sunset will be at 9:18 PM.

DURAND / OWOSSO FORECAST:

This Afternoon:  Becoming mostly sunny.  High 75°F (24°C).  Winds N at 5-10 mph.

Tonight:  Clear skies. Low 52°F (11°C).  Winds light and variable.

Saturday:  Sunny with a high near 80°F (27°C).  Winds NNW at 5-10 mph.