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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.
Mild Weather Hangs On In Mid Michigan

Mild Weather Hangs On In Mid Michigan

After a mostly sunny day yesterday, clouds have moved in and I don’t expect to see much of the sun today.  Regardless, temperatures remain above normal and the year is getting off to a mild start.  I know that this will not last, but we’re happy that we aren’t buried in snow at this time.  There are no significant weather systems expected for us in the near future although there is one which will just miss us to the south.  …

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Sunny And Warmer Than Expected – Mid Michigan

Sunny And Warmer Than Expected – Mid Michigan

Our Thursday has been better than expected.  We were supposed to have mostly clouds skies and highs only in mid 40s.  We have seen a lot of sun and temperatures seem to be rising faster than what was expected.  The wind is a bit chilly but for an early January day, we certainly can’t complain. Our 2:30 PM temperature is 46°F (8°C), the humidity is 62%, and winds are from the SW at 10 mph, gusting to 20 mph.  The…

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A Partly Cloudy New Years Morning In Mid Michigan

A Partly Cloudy New Years Morning In Mid Michigan

After a cold, snowy, blustery New Years Eve day,  this morning is partly sunny and the strong winds are gone.  We had intermittent snow showers all day yesterday but no great accumulations.  Today should be more pleasant although very chilly.  I always look forward to the Tournament Of Roses parade on New Years Day, but other than that, we have nothing else going on. Our 9:45 AM temperature is 26°F (-3°C), the humidity is 82% and skies are partly cloudy. …

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Winter Has Returned To Mid Michigan

Winter Has Returned To Mid Michigan

After all the rain and wind of yesterday,  we woke to a world of white this morning.  The forecast called for less than an inch of snow, but we received about 3 inches.  We got 1.6 inches total in rain yesterday, and then another 0.34 of an inch in melted snow overnight, so I think that we have enough precipitation for awhile.  It is still quite windy this morning making it feel much colder than it is, and it will…

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Very Windy And Wet In Mid Michigan

Very Windy And Wet In Mid Michigan

After a very wet Sunday, today will be dryer but with very strong winds.  A wind advisory is in effect until 4 PM and we could see gusts as high as 45 mph.  Yesterday’s story of the day was the fog.  Visibility was under half a mile a good part of the day with intermittent showers.  In all, we received over an inch and a half of rain, and some areas received over 2 inches.  I’m seeing some breaks in…

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Heavy Rain For Our Sunday Morning – Mid Michigan

Heavy Rain For Our Sunday Morning – Mid Michigan

There was 0.34″ in my gauge when I got up at 8 o’clock, and it’s been pouring ever since.  Temperatures have been rising all night and highs today should reach the low 50s.  The rain is expected to continue into tomorrow before it turns to snow. Our 8:45 AM temperature is 42°F (6°C), the humidity is 99%, and skies are overcast with moderate rain.  The dew point is 40°F (4°C) and the pressure is 29.57 in (1001.4 mb) and falling. …

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Cloudy And Not As Warm In Mid Michigan

Cloudy And Not As Warm In Mid Michigan

This morning is starting out with clouds and chilly temperatures.  There is rain in the forecast for tonight and tomorrow but at least it isn’t snow.  Temperatures are expected to remain above average over the next week and no one that I know is complaining.  I know that this isn’t going to last so we’ll enjoy it for now. Our 9:15 AM temp is 31°F (-1°C), the humidity is 89%, and skies are overcast.  The pressure is 29.97 in (1014.9…

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Record Breaking Temps For Late December – Mid Michigan

Record Breaking Temps For Late December – Mid Michigan

Yesterday was a record breaker with high temperatures reaching the upper 50s to 60°F.  It was sunny a good part of the day, so it was even warmer where the sun was shining.  One of our local ski resorts showed people skiing in their shirt sleeves since they had a well-established base and skiing was remarkably good.  It will be interesting to see how long this lasts.  I know that we’ll have to pay for it at some point. Our…

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A Very Pleasant Christmas Day For Mid Michigan

A Very Pleasant Christmas Day For Mid Michigan

The sun is out and temperatures are very pleasant.  This is supposed to continue right into the weekend and I’m not complaining although it would have been nice to have a little snow.  I’m just hoping that we don’t have to pay for this next month.  I hope that everyone is having a wonderful Christmas Day and that it is spent with family or close friends. Our 1:30 pm Temperature is 48°F (9°C), the humidity is 65%, and winds are…

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Hoar Frost, Fog For Our Christmas Eve Day – Mid Michigan

Hoar Frost, Fog For Our Christmas Eve Day – Mid Michigan

Our Christmas Eve Day is starting out with fog and much cooler temperatures.  Highs yesterday rose into the 50s once again, but it won’t be that warm today.  Regardless, highs will still be above average and will remain so into the weekend.  This weather has been amazing considering that it’s the end of December.  I think Mother Nature is giving us a break after what she did to us in early November. Our 10:15 AM temperature is 30°F (-1°C), the…

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