Warn temps today fire up strong storms tonight
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Last updated: April 14, 2026
A moderate risk of severe weather is forecast for Southeast Michigan tonight into the overnight hours. Conditions are becoming favorable for strong thunderstorms due to a warm front.
- The primary threats from these thunderstorms include damaging winds and large hail.
- There is also a marginal risk of isolated tornadoes, though this is a lower probability.
- The timing for the severe weather is expected to be between 8 PM tonight and 3 AM tomorrow.
- Southeast Michigan counties included in this forecast are Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, St. Clair, and Monroe.
- Residents are advised to stay informed about weather updates as the situation develops.
- The precipitation associated with these storms will be heavy.
- Temperatures will be warm and humid ahead of the cold front.
- After the cold front passes, temperatures will drop significantly.
- Winds will shift to the northwest behind the cold front.
- The severe weather risk is rated at level 2 out of 5, indicating a slight risk.
- This means that severe weather is possible but not widespread or guaranteed.
- The warm front is the primary driver for the atmospheric instability.
- The overnight period presents an increased risk due to continued atmospheric forcing.
- The potential for localized flash flooding also exists due to the heavy rainfall.
- This forecast covers a specific geographical area and timeframe.
