Severe Storms Could Hit Detroit Area Friday, Saturday: What To Know

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across the Detroit area Friday and Saturday as summer-like heat builds in the region, according to the National Weather Service.

The first wave of thunderstorms will move into the area sometime after 5 p.m. Friday when highs climb into the upper 80s, according to NWS.

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Forecasters do not expect severe weather with those storms, but noted isolated storms could produce heavy downpours and large hail.

Stronger and more widespread thunderstorms are likely across the region Saturday as temperatures again climb to near 90 degrees, according to NWS.

Those storms will first move into the area during the morning hours, followed by a midday break and then additional storms in the evening hours, according to NWS.

Forecasters warned those storms could become severe with the potential to produce heavy downpours, large hail and winds up to 60 miles per hour.

The Storm Prediction Center placed all of southeastern Michigan under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather on Saturday.

Areas south of metro Detroit and closer to the Ohio border are under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5).

Sunday appears to be more comfortable with plenty of sunshine and highs in the mid-80s, according to NWS.

The comfortable stretch of weather will bleed into Monday before highs surge into the 90s with multiple chances for showers and storms next week, according to NWS.