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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.
Not Much Sun Expected Today In Mid Michigan

Not Much Sun Expected Today In Mid Michigan

We had clouds most of yesterday, then a little rain late in the afternoon.  It didn’t amount to much, but by this morning there was 0.23″ in my rain gauge.  Showers and a possible thundershower are in the forecast for today, so it doesn’t sound like there will be much going on outdoors today.  At least the temperatures are mild. Our 10 AM temperature is 63°F (17°C), the humidity is 95% and skies are overcast.  Winds are from the NE…

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Today Is Another Beauty – Mid Michigan

Today Is Another Beauty – Mid Michigan

  Once again, we have warm temps and plenty of sunshine.  Unfortunately, I’ve picked up some sort of bug and am not feeling very good.  At least the sun brightens my spirits.  This weather has been gorgeous and it’s expected to last a while longer.  It just doesn’t get any better than this for late September. Our 1:30 PM temperature is 72°F (22°C), the humidity is 60%, and winds are from the ENE at 1-5 mph.  Skies are clear and…

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The Start Of A Nice Weekend – Mid Michigan

The Start Of A Nice Weekend – Mid Michigan

We have the beginning of a sunny and warm weekend.  What great weather for that late season camping trip or anything else that you want to do.  Again, there is no rain in our forecast although areas north of us had some quick showers yesterday afternoon.  I’ve given up on my gardens for the year, so they’ll just have to rely on the next rainy day to survive.  With this cooler weather and high dew points, they don’t dry out…

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Summer-Like Weather Continues For Mid Michigan

Summer-Like Weather Continues For Mid Michigan

We have yet another very warm, dry day.  Again, no rain in our forecast but the clouds look like some rain could develop.  I’m happy for this dry period.  Maybe the grass will quit growing and some of these mosquitoes will go away.  They seem to be worse when the lawn gets long.  I’m noticing that I’m not getting many birds at my feeders lately.  I haven’t seen a hummingbird now for about five days, but I’ll  keep the feeder…

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A Sunny Start, But Now Clouds Moving In – Mid Michigan

A Sunny Start, But Now Clouds Moving In – Mid Michigan

Our day has been sunny, but now clouds are coming in from the south.  We have no rain in the forecast and the radar is clear.  Temps are pleasant with a light breeze.  Overall, it’s a beautiful day.  This is supposed to be a dry week for us, but we know how quickly that can change. Our 3:15 PM temperature is 82°F (28°C), the humidity is 42%, and winds are from the WSW at 1-5 mph.  Skies are becoming mostly…

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A Little Warmer For Mid Michigan

A Little Warmer For Mid Michigan

    We can expect the temperatures to be on the rise over the next few days and it will feel like summer once again.  We are starting to see a little color in the trees and bushes, and the hours of daylight are noticeably less.  Soon it will be Halloween, then Thanksgiving and Christmas.  This year is passing by much too quickly. Our 10 AM temperature is 65°F (18°C), the humidity is 78%, and skies are cloudy.  Winds are…

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A Cloudy Okay Day In Mid Michigan

A Cloudy Okay Day In Mid Michigan

What started out sunny, has now become cloudy and chilly.  It felt nice when the sun was shining, but now a jacket or sweater is needed if one is going to be outdoors.  There wasn’t any rain in our forecast but I’m seeing some showers on radar in the southern portions of the state.  Our sky looks like it could drop a few rain drops, but nothing so far.  They have added the possibility of rain in our forecast although…

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Clouds To Start Our Day – Mid Michigan

Clouds To Start Our Day – Mid Michigan

The sun is expected to show up sometime today, but no sign of it yet.  We didn’t get any rain yesterday as it all remained well to our south. This upcoming week is supposed to be warmer and dry.  We’ll see how that works out.  Right now, temps are pretty chilly and highs aren’t expected to make it out of the 60s today. Our 10:30 AM temp is 57°F (14°C), the humidity is 87%, and skies are overcast.  Winds are…

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Chance For Rain Today Has Diminished – Mid Michigan

Chance For Rain Today Has Diminished – Mid Michigan

    Today was supposed to be the rainy day of our weekend, but now it is a bit doubtful whether we will see any rain.  The radar is clear except for rain around the Chicago area, and that seems to be stationary at this time.  Our morning was cloudy, but now we are seeing breaks in the clouds and rain chances are less than what was predicted yesterday.  That’s okay.  The mosquitoes have enough moisture to sustain them for…

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A Sunny Morning Becomes A Cloudy Afternoon – Mid Michigan

A Sunny Morning Becomes A Cloudy Afternoon – Mid Michigan

We saw the sun for a short time this morning, but that has come to an end.  At least, temperatures will be closer to where they should be today.  Rain is in the forecast for tonight and tomorrow along with some thunder.  A warmup is supposed to happen over the next few weeks.  I hope it does.  I love warm autumn weather. Our 2:15 PM temperature is 71°F (22°C), the humidity is 58%, and skies are overcast.  Winds are from…

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