Stormy Tuesday ahead for southeast Michigan

Severe Weather Alert: Tornadoes Possible

Early morning rain drenched Wayne County, but the real threat is just beginning. By 9 AM, Doppler radar detected intense thunderstorms barreling from Dixboro toward Ypsilanti, with heavy rain hitting Detroit by 9:45 AM. The National Weather Service warns of hail, damaging winds, and even isolated tornadoes, particularly southeast of a line from Howell to Sandusky.

Peak Storm Threat: 3 PM to 9 PM

A long list of counties—including Oakland, Macomb, and Washtenaw—are in the crosshairs. Expect:

• Wind gusts up to 60 mph
• Quarter-sized hail
• A rare tornado risk

The storms will race through at 40 to 45 mph, but their impact could be severe—flying debris, large hail, and potential twisters.

Humidity & Temperature Surge

As the storms intensify, Detroit’s temperature will hit 88°F by mid-afternoon. Humidity will spike to 81% by nightfall, making conditions oppressive before a cold front sweeps in Tuesday night, bringing cooler, drier air for Wednesday and Thursday.

Aftermath & What’s Next

Monday’s storms already downed trees and damaged roofs across Michigan. Now, Tuesday could bring even more chaos. The weekend looks mostly dry—but Friday might bring another round of rain late in the day.

Stay alert—severe weather is on the horizon.