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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.
Some Rain In Our Forecast . . . . .

Some Rain In Our Forecast . . . . .

We have showers and thunderstorms in the forecast but no severe weather is expected here.  Temperatures are a little cooler, but the 90s are expected to come back by next weekend.  So far today has been pleasant but rain is starting to show on the radar.  We really don’t need anymore so I hope most misses us. Our 12:45 PM temperature is 82°F, the humidity is 63%, and winds are from the WSW at 0-6 mph.  The pressure is 29.85…

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Typical Michigan July Weather . . . . .

Typical Michigan July Weather . . . . .

We have had a few days of comfortable weather, but now another hot day.  Storms are expected tomorrow, then it should cool down a bit once again.  Today is good for spending at the lake or water park. Our 1PM temperature is 85°F, the humidity is 45%, and winds are from the west at 4-8 mph.  The pressure is 29.99 in and steady.  The dew point is 62°F and visibility is 27 miles.  Yesterday’s high was 86°F and the overnight…

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A Respite From The Heat . . . .

A Respite From The Heat . . . .

I hope that everyone is having a good holiday weekend.  The past two days have been stormy, which is not a good scenario for campers.  Most have been high winds but no tornadoes.  Highs have been in the upper 80s to lower 90s, with high humidity and dew points.  We finally have a break today although the humidity will still be high. Our 1:45 PM temperature is 72°F, the humidity is 89%, and skies are overcast.  We have had light…

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Dangerous Heat Is Upon Us . . . .

Dangerous Heat Is Upon Us . . . .

It is like an oven outdoors and the only thing making it bearable is that we have a breeze.  It doesn’t help much when temperatures are in the  90s.  In fact, some local forecasters are saying that some areas could reach 100°F.  Also, there is always a chance for a popup storm, although rain is not in our forecast today. Our 12:30 PM temperature is 98°F, the humidity is 65%, and winds are from the SW at 5-11 mph.  The…

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Major Heat Wave On The Way . . . .

Major Heat Wave On The Way . . . .

We have some major heat heading our way for this week.  We could see temps nearing 100F on some days, with the mid to upper  90s the on others.  Definitely we’ll see some records broken.    There is an Extreme Heat Watch issued for our area from this Tuesday afternoon  through Thursday evening.    Heat Indexes could reach 105F.  Today, we have partly cloudy skies and very warm temperatures.  Unfortunately,  getting this hot often brings instability and dangerous storms, so…

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Rising Temperatures, Sunny Skies . . . .

Rising Temperatures, Sunny Skies . . . .

It really feels like summer today, and a major heat wave is heading our way just in time for the holiday.  It’s the type of weather that you hope that the A/C doesn’t quit on you.  Today will still be quite comfortable, then by Monday, we’ll be in the  90s for our highs. Our 3 PM temperature is 78°F, the humidity is 46%, and skies are mostly clear.  Winds are from the ENE at 1-6 mph, and the pressure is…

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Another Rainy Day . . . .

Another Rainy Day . . . .

Wet weather has returned.  Rain began late last night and continued overnight.  There was  0.17″ in my gauge this morning.  We can expect intermittent showers all day and maybe a thunderstorm thrown in for good measure.  Whatever happens, it will not be a good outdoor activity day. Our 11:30 AM temperature is 68°F, the humidity is 83%, and winds are from the SW at 3-5 mph.  The pressure is 29.86 in and steady.  The dew point is 61°F and visibility…

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A Little Rain Coming Soon . . . .

A Little Rain Coming Soon . . . .

Our morning began with sun, but now clouds are taking over.  Radar is showing rain on the way and it is expected to last through the night.  Temperatures are still a bit below where they should be, but the heat will return this weekend. Our 2:45 PM temperature is 72°F, the humidity is 59% and skies are cloudy.  Winds are from the SW at 2-7 mph, and the pressure is 30.00 in and steady.  The dew point is 57°F and…

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