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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.
As Severe Thunderstorms Hit The State, We Are Spared Once Again – Mid Michigan

As Severe Thunderstorms Hit The State, We Are Spared Once Again – Mid Michigan

As severe thunderstorms developed yesterday, they remained to our south and west.  We received 0.53″ of rain with a little thunder and lightning, but not much more.  Many areas got over 2 inches of rain and some wind damage but we were lucky once again.   Today will continue to be very warm and we aren’t expected to see much sun.  That should keep it a bit cooler. Our 9:45 AM temperature is 71°F (22°C), the humidity is 93%, and skies…

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Strong Thunderstorms In Our Forecast For Today – Mid Michigan

Strong Thunderstorms In Our Forecast For Today – Mid Michigan

This morning is sunny and mild, but I can already see clouds in the west ahead of the storms which are expected to reach us later today.  The is a good chance that we’ll have some severe weather.  Temperatures will be very warm with highs expected in the upper 80s. Our 9:30 AM temp is 73°F (23°C), the humidity is 46%, and skies are mostly clear.  Winds are from the SE at 3-6 mph and visibility is 10 miles.  The…

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Back Home After A Week In Northern Michigan

Back Home After A Week In Northern Michigan

Our week in Indian River was wonderful except for the last two days.  Until then, we had clear skies, light winds, and very comfortable temperatures.  We will be going back up for the 4th of July week, and I hear that it is expected to be very hot.  Yesterday was a very comfortable day and I think that today will be much the same.  There is no rain in the forecast for today. Our 10 AM temperature is 70°F (21°C),…

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Two Very Wet Days In Northern Michigan

Two Very Wet Days In Northern Michigan

The past two days have been total washouts with close to 2 inches of rainfall.   It finally ended late last night and today should be fairly decent although quite chilly.  we will be heading home but will return for the 4th of July.  I haven’t been able to do my blogs because the wifi here in the campground has been terrible.  I’m not sure that this one will post but we’ll try it. Our 10:45 AM temp is 61°F, the…

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A Little Rain Expected For Our Weekend – Northern Michigan

A Little Rain Expected For Our Weekend – Northern Michigan

Today is the first day of summer.  The past two days have been perfect with very warm temperatures and low humidity.  But we have some changes coming later today.  Rain is already showing on radar over Wisconsin and is expected to reach us later this afternoon.  This will continue over the next few days but I don’t think that any will be a washout.  Regardless, we can’t complain. Our 9:15 AM temp is 73°F, the humidity is 66%, and winds…

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Hot And Perfect Summer Weather In Northern Michigan

Hot And Perfect Summer Weather In Northern Michigan

Yesterday and today have been perfect for summer weather lovers.  With highs in the mid to upper 80s, and very little wind, it feels very warm to say the least.  We took a drive into Cheboygan yesterday, down to the city park. and there were kids playing in the water which was only around 57°.  But kids don’t seem to care.  My inlaws have lost half of their lake front due to record water levels of Lake Huron.  It seems…

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Another Beautiful Day For Mid Michigan

Another Beautiful Day For Mid Michigan

Yesterday was about as nice a day as one could hope for.  Today is expected to be about the same but a little warmer.  There is no rain in the forecast until the weekend which is good. We need a drying out period. Our 10 AM temp is 67F (19C), the humidity is 43%, and skies are clear.  Winds are from the SE at 1-5 mph, and the pressure is 30.30 in (1026.1 mb) and steady.  The dew point is…

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Almost A Perfect Day On Tap For Michigan

Almost A Perfect Day On Tap For Michigan

Today is expected to be one of those rare days where the weather is almost perfect; comfortable temperatures, light winds, low humidity, and plenty of sun.  Unfortunately, it will only last about a day, then the heat and humidity will return.  The past two days have been unseasonably chilly, but the sun made it feel much warmer.  There is no rain expected until the end of the week. Our 10:45 AM temp is 63F (17C), the humidity is 43%, and…

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Sunny And Chilly In Mid Michigan

Sunny And Chilly In Mid Michigan

Today doesn’t feel much like summer with highs only expected to reach the mid 60s.  At least the sun is shining and that helps a little.  Winds are light also, so no wind chill effect.  The next 4-5 days are expected to be dry so hoping that it slows the grass down a bit.  Mowing two acres gets to be a bit much when it has to happen every 3-4 days.  I’m ready for a drought.  Another thing, the mosquitoes…

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Cooler And Sunny For This Friday – Mid Michigan

Cooler And Sunny For This Friday – Mid Michigan

Yesterday was almost perfect with clear skies, comfortable temperatures, and a nice breeze.  It seemed good to have the windows open.  Early yesterday evening, a storm sprang up dumping 0.11 inches on us, then skies cleared once again after that.  Today our temperatures are much cooler, but with the sun, it will be a nice day. Our 10:30 AM temperature is 61F (16C), the humidity is 46%, and winds are from the WNW at 1-5 mph.  Skies are clear and…

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