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Author: Patricia Murphy

An unquenchable thirst for knowledge about the weather, an observer of world-wide weather events, and an addicted fan of the Weather Channel on TV. Some occurrences from our not too distant past have left me horrified to this day- such as the possibly avoidable tragedy of the damage and death trailing behind Katrina, where human error combined with Mother Nature for sheer terror, the unspeakable destructive Tsunamis in Japan and Thailand, scenes and sounds of which I can hardly bear to see or hear. But I do see and hear it all because I am enthralled, fascinated, by weather driven happenings every bit as much as I am captivated by the clouds in our ever-changing sky. No impressive credentials, no list of meaningful letters trailing after my name, this is merely me, just another weather junky having my say about it all.
Monday, July 8, 2024-SW Michigan-Chances For Rain This Week

Monday, July 8, 2024-SW Michigan-Chances For Rain This Week

Currently 77 with an average wind from the W of 14 mph. Feels like 77 degrees. Dew Point 66, Barometer 30.01, Humidity 67%, Visibility 9.9 mi., Sunrise 6:12 am, Sunset 9:22 pm.

Partly sunny with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High in the mid 80s. SW winds 5-10 mph with gusts to 20.

Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Low in the mid 60s. Light winds.

There are several chances for rain this week, including Wednesday where some of the tattered shreds of the once Hurricane Beryl will end up in our area. And it looks as if it will begin to warm up again by the end of the week. We shall see, but that’s the picture for now.

Sunday, July 7, 2024-SW Michigan-A Splendid Sunday

Sunday, July 7, 2024-SW Michigan-A Splendid Sunday

Currently 72 with a 3 mph wind from the SE. Feels like 72 degrees. Dew Point 72, Barometer 30.04, Humidity 71%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:11 am, Sunset 9:23 pm.

Mostly sunny with a high in the lower 80s. Light winds becoming SW 5-10 mph in the afternoon.

Party cloudy with a 20% chance of overnight showers. Low in the mid 60s. S winds around 10 mph.

So yesterday didn’t quite live up to expectations until afternoon, but then it did manage to step up. Today is exactly as  predicted.  It’s a marvelous, sunny, calm day. Look for some rain to put in an appearance Monday through Wednesday. After that more sunshine. Sounds fair. A half and half week.

Saturday, July 6, 2024-SW Michigan-Cloudier Than Expected

Saturday, July 6, 2024-SW Michigan-Cloudier Than Expected

Currently 68 with an average wind from the WNW of 10 mph. Feels like 68 degrees. Dew Point 63, Barometer 29.89, Humidity 90%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:10 am, Sunset 9:23 pm.

Partly sunny becoming mostly sunny. There is a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High in the mid 70s. W winds 5-10 mph with gusts to 20.

Partly cloudy overnight. Low in the upper 50s. Light winds.

Okay, so today hasn’t quite lived up to expectations. The entire weekend was supposed to be sunny and warm. Those clouds out there would leave that forecast in doubt. No rain so far, but the slight chance is hanging around for the day. Tomorrow is still looking fine. I reckon we’ll see, but thus far, that’s the hope. Look for the chance for some rain on Monday and Tuesday but clear days to follow.

Friday, July 5, 2024-SW Michigan-Likely Rain Developing Later

Friday, July 5, 2024-SW Michigan-Likely Rain Developing Later

Currently 72 with a calm wind from the N. Feels like 72 degrees. Dew Point 66, Barometer 29.82, Humidity 79%, Visibility 7 mi., Sunrise 6;10 am, Sunset 9:24 pm.

A mix of sun and clouds today with a 60% chance of rain and thunderstorms. There is a slight risk for severe weather today. High around 80. S winds around 10 mph becoming W with gusts to 20 in the afternoon.

Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Patchy overnight fog. Low in the lower 60s. W winds around 10 mph.

So far it’s not a bad little morning. That could change as the day progresses. Seems as if rain with possible thunderstorms could be part of our afternoon picture. Still looking at a fine, dry weekend with rain coming our way on the beginning of the week. Don’t know about your area, but there were few fireworks this year. Nothing local. I could hear some, occasionally, off in the distance. Not sure of why but the fact that costs of everything are out of sight right now, perhaps it was a matter of not being able to afford it this time around. Wouldn’t be surprised.

Thursday, July 4, 2024-SW Michigan-Agreeable 4th of July Weather

Thursday, July 4, 2024-SW Michigan-Agreeable 4th of July Weather

Currently 72 with a 1 mph wind from the NNE. Feels like 72 degrees. Dew Point 69, Barometer 29.85, Humidity 71%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:09 am, Sunset 9:24 pm

Partly sunny with a 20% chance of afternoon showers. High in the mid 80s. Light winds.

Party cloudy with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Low in the mid 60s. Light winds becoming overnight.

Not a bad day of holiday weather for us. At least we’re not facing the deadly record breaking heat that California and Oregon is dealing with today. We’ll be warm but not unbearable. Look for a rainy Friday, then again the beginning of the week. So far, the weekend is still looking grand and dry.

Thursday, July 3, 2024-SW Michigan-Perhaps Rain Today, Sunshine Tomorrow

Thursday, July 3, 2024-SW Michigan-Perhaps Rain Today, Sunshine Tomorrow

Currently 73 with a 6 mph wind from the SW. Feels like 73 degrees. Dew Point 71, Barometer 29.79, Humidity 100%, Visibility 9 mi., Sunrise 6:08 am, Sunset 9:24 pm.

Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High in the lower 80s. W winds 5-15 mph with gust to 25.

Partly cloudy with a low in the mid 60s. Light winds.

Very close feel to the morning. Feels like it could and probably should rain. Whether it will or not remains to be seen. Seems as if we can look for a sunny day for our July 4th. Might be a hot one, but bright. Some rain coming in for Friday and as of right now, the entire weekend is looking dry. Should be a dandy.

Tuesday, July 2, 2024-SW Michigan- Rain Likely Later And Overnight

Tuesday, July 2, 2024-SW Michigan- Rain Likely Later And Overnight

Currently 68 with an average wind from the SSE of 11 mph. Feels like 68 degrees. Dew Point 54, Barometer 30.12 and falling, Humidity 60%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:08 am, Sunset 9:24 pm.

Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain. High in the upper 70s. S winds 5-15 mph with gusts to 25.

Partly cloudy becoming mostly cloudy with a 50% chance of rain and thunderstorms. Low in the upper 60s. S winds 5-15 mph with gusts to 25.

Very probably going to see rain today, tonight and tomorrow. Clear on Thursday and Saturday. Looks like alternate days, rain and none coming our way. Interesting and who knows if that’s what we’ll really get? Our weather pattern has a tendency to change its mind frequently.

Monday, July 1, 2024-SW Michigan-Still On The Cool Side But Sunny

Monday, July 1, 2024-SW Michigan-Still On The Cool Side But Sunny

Currently 57 with an average wind from the ENE of 5 mph. Feels like 57 degrees. Dew Point 46, Barometer 30.33, Humidity 66%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:07 am, Sunset 9:25 pm.

Sunny with a high in the mid 70s. Light winds.

Partly cloudy with a low in the mid 50s. SE winds 5-10 mph with gusts to 20 overnight.

Not overly warm today but it’s on the way, slowly. Tonight will be chilly again but not as much as last night. Seems like we’ll get rain on Wednesday and again on Friday. Thursday, the 4th is still looking dry. Fingers crossed it stays that way.

Sunday, June 30, 2024-SW Michigan-Chilly But Clearing Today

Sunday, June 30, 2024-SW Michigan-Chilly But Clearing Today

Currently 59 with an average wind from the N of 10 mph. feels like 59 degrees. Dew Point 48, Barometer 30.2, Humidity 65%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:07 am, Sunset 9:25 pm.

Partly sunny until midday then clearing. High around 70s. NW winds 10-15 mph with gusts to 25.

Clear. Low in the mid 40s. N winds around 10 mph with gusts to 20 in the evening.

Pretty chilly weather for the end of June. Wishing it would warm up but don’t see any major warm-ups in our near future. And tonight will feel like time to turn the furnace back on – and I might just for the night. Nothing I hate worse than being cold. Look for some rain on Wednesday and hope that it comes in on time leaving Thursday, the 4th, clear. Should, but we never really know until the fact.

Saturday, June 29, 2024-SW Michigan-Looking For Some Rain

Saturday, June 29, 2024-SW Michigan-Looking For Some Rain

Currently 72 with an average wind from the WSW of 12 mph. Feels like 72 degrees. Dew Point 72, Barometer 29.8, Humidity 88%, Visibility 10 mi. Sunrise 6:06 am, Sunset 9:25 pm.

Mostly cloudy with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms until midday becoming partly sunny. High in the lower 80s. W winds 10-15 mph with gusts to 30.

Partly cloudy with a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening. Low in the mid 50s.  W winds 5-10 becoming NW 5-15 mph with gusts to 25.

Sounds like the possibility of some rain later today with a very slight chance for some severe weather. Tomorrow sounds sunny but on the cool side. Not sure yet about the weather for the 4th. Sounds like a lot of rain moving in early week. Will it clear for the 4th? Guess we’ll just have to wait and see.