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Author: Cathie Ursu

I have lived in Michigan all of my life and became very interested in the weather after the 1953 Flint tornado. This was one of the few EF5 tornadoes in our state's history (since records have been kept). Although we are not strangers to severe storms in Michigan, EF5 tornadoes are very rare. I live in an area where we rarely get a good thunderstorm, in fact, we haven't had one all summer. When I lived down by Detroit, they were frequent during the spring and summer months. I love experiencing the four seasons here in Michigan and I wouldn't live anywhere else.
Feels Like A Day In March – Mid Michigan

Feels Like A Day In March – Mid Michigan

Yes, we did have a snow shower earlier today and it was not a welcome sight.  Temperatures won’t make it out of the 40s today, which is 20 degrees below normal.  But it is what it is and the rest of this month won’t be much better.  I guess we’re paying for the week of 70-80 degree weather that we had.  Hopefully, it will be much warmer when May begins. Our 3:45 PM temperature is 47°F (8°C), the humidity is…

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Should Be A Dry Day For Mid Michigan

Should Be A Dry Day For Mid Michigan

We had intermittent rain showers on Saturday which left us with about quarter of an inch of rain.  Although today is mostly cloudy, the forecast is only calling for a slight chance of rain.  Temperatures are about 20 degrees below where they should be, but these roller coaster temps have been with us since the year began.  We are all waiting for the warm weather to come and stay.  It’s hard to believe that it’s the end of April already…

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A Little Sun For Our Saturday – Mid Michigan

A Little Sun For Our Saturday – Mid Michigan

Our morning began with a little rain but now we have some clearing and sun.  Radar is showing more rain on the way, but at least the day shouldn’t be a complete washout.  Temperatures will continue to be below average and that is what we can expect for the rest of April.  I hope that May brings us some improvement. Our 12:30 PM temperature is 50°F (10°C), the humidity is 75%, and winds are from the west at 5-10 mph. …

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Another Warm Day For Mid Michigan

Another Warm Day For Mid Michigan

Yesterday evening, we had some moderate to heavy rain with a little thunder.  It left a little over 1/3 of an inch in my gauge, and watered down the dust from the road nicely.  Today we could see temps nearing 70°F and maybe a little more rain.  Prayers for the people in Cole and Shawnee, OK.  I have a Facebook friend who lives near Shawnee, but thankfully he was missed and is okay.  The tornadoes have been plentiful this year…

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A Bit Chilly In Mid Michigan

A Bit Chilly In Mid Michigan

Our day started out sunny but now the sky has become overcast.  The temperature isn’t too cold but still below average for this date.  I’m hearing that we have a few days coming where the highs could reach near 80 degrees again, but it won’t last long.  Then we have to deal with another cold front.  Will this ever end?  Our temps should be near 60°F by now and these cold spells are threatening our fruit crop.  Yesterday’s snow showers…

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A Little Snow To Start The Day – Mid Michigan

A Little Snow To Start The Day – Mid Michigan

We had a light covering of snow early this morning which measured about quarter of an inch.  It didn’t last long.  We had recurrent snow showers most of our Monday which measured 0.08″ of melted precip in my gauge.  Today will be a bit warmer than yesterday and no precip is expected.  We still have cloudy skies and it is a bit gloomy.  The teaser of warm weather last week really spoiled us. Our 12:30 PM temperature is 38°F (3°C),…

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Snow Showers For Our Monday – Mid Michigan

Snow Showers For Our Monday – Mid Michigan

Our morning began with a light cover of snow on bare surfaces, but my rain gauge had just water.  We received 0.36″ of precip yesterday and overnight, and snow showers have continued throughout our early afternoon.  This should be the order of the day.  It is also quite blustery out there, so not a nice day to have to go out.  All the snow is melting on contact, so no accumulations are expected.  This will be our coldest day this…

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A Cold Front And Storms For Our Sunday – Mid Michigan

A Cold Front And Storms For Our Sunday – Mid Michigan

Our summer-like weather is coming to an end with an approaching cold front.  We certainly enjoyed our weather this past week, especially the few 80 degree days that we had.  It sure brought the leaf sprouts out on the trees and bushes.  The forsythias are in full bloom, as are the daffodils and other spring flowers; it’s now time for some rain which is badly needed.  There are burn advisories  and no burn permits are being issued at this time. …

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Our Dry Weather Is Coming To An End – Mid Michigan

Our Dry Weather Is Coming To An End – Mid Michigan

Yesterday was a record breaker once again for high temperatures.  Today will be warm but not enough to exceed the current record of 87°F (30C).  Regardless, it will be a lovely day to get outdoors and take in the sun.  Rain will return to our area tomorrow and last through Sunday.  There is a very slight chance that we could see some severe storms on Sunday.  Then more seasonable temperatures will return.  Late next week, highs are expected to be…

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Record High Temperatures For Mid Michigan

Record High Temperatures For Mid Michigan

We have been graced with record high temperatures yesterday and today.  It will be hard going back to average temps again.  People are out in shorts, sandals, tank tops and thoroughly loving it.  It’s hard to believe that snow is mentioned for Monday even though it will probably be mixed with rain.  We knew it would happen.  We can’t expect summer weather to last in April.  The buds on the trees have really sprouted with this heat.  It’s so nice…

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