Metro Detroit is in for a humid, wet week as summer’s start nears, according to the Detroit/Pontiac National Weather Service office.
With the heat index set to approach 100 degrees by later this week, you’ll want to follow key guidelines to stay cool, like avoiding strenuous exercise outdoors, wearing sunscreen and keeping hydrated.
Monday, June 8, is starting out dry and sunny, with temperatures set to reach the 80s, but rain and thunderstorms are on the way starting Monday night, the weather agency advises. Rainfall could reach over 2 inches in some areas and isolated flash flooding is possible.
Highs will climb to the mid-90s on Wednesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 11, and a chance of thunderstorms will continue into Thursday night, the agency said.
Here’s what to know about metro Detroit’s weather outlook for this week.
How hot will it get in metro Detroit this week?
Metro Detroit could see temperatures climb into the mid-90s by later this week, with a high of 94 degrees predicted for Wednesday, June 10, and Thursday, June 11, according to the NWS forecast.
How can I stay safe in the heat?
To keep yourself cool in hot weather, be sure to dress cool, drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen, avoid strenuous physical activity, keep out of direct sunlight, sleep with light linens, take cool showers and run air conditioning or fans.
Is it going to rain in metro Detroit this week?
Yes, rain showers are expected to begin overnight Monday, June 8, and continue through Tuesday night, June 9, with a chance of thunderstorms, per the NWS outlook. There’s currently an 80% chance of rain Tuesday, June 9, and there’s a 30% chance of showers on Wednesday, June 10.
Expect a chance of thunderstorms Wednesday night, June 10, through Thursday night, June 11, the weather agency said.
When does summer begin?
The summer solstice, the official first day of astronomical summer, is at 4:24 a.m. EDT on June 21, 2026.
Contact Jenna Prestininzi: jprestininzi@freepress.com.
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