Metro Detroit Weather: Rain/Snow Mix Expected Wednesday

METRO DETROIT — After Metro Detroiters woke up to seasonably cool temperatures in the mid 20s Wednesday morning, a wintry mix - mostly rain - is expected to hit the region in the afternoon, the National Weather Service said.

Wednesday's temperatures will reach the low 40s by the time the wet weather arrives. The metro Detroit region is expected to see mostly rain, while areas north of Intestate 69 will see mostly snow, meteorologists said.

Although meteorologists said areas south of Interstate 59 cannot rule out light snow showers and sleet chances, the warmer temperatures should keep the precipitation as rain. However, metro Detroiters should expect slippery driving conditions for Wednesday's evening commute.

Temperatures in the metro area will drop Wednesday night into Thursday morning with lows staying in the low 20s. A cold front will make its way through the region Thursday, keeping highs in the upper 20s and possibly reaching the low 30s.

Friday will be slightly warmer than Thursday with highs reaching the mid 30s just before a big warm-up in the metro area. Although Saturday brings rain chances, temperatures are expected to hit the 50s and Sunday will be even warmer with highs expected to reach the mid 60s.