Murphy's Weather

Currently 66 with an average wind from the NW of 1 mph. Feels like 66 degrees. Dew Point 61, Humidity 84%, Barometer 29.8, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:16 am, Sunset 9:01 pm.

Partly sunny until midday then clearing. High in the upper 70s. W winds 5-10 mph.

Mostly clear with patchy overnight fog. Low in the lower 50s. Light winds.

Much welcome sunshine moving in today and giving us a wonderful weekend. One of the best. Of course we then have to pay our dues with the following three days bringing rain. But that’s the way of things. Looks as if we’ll be well into the 80 degrees Saturday through Tuesday then by Wednesday the temperature starts to drop back down. Nothing drastic but the 70s and a few high 60s will seem cool in comparison to what’s coming over the next several days. Just be ready for the fluctuation.

Currently 59 with an average wind from the SSE of 4 mph. Feels like 59 degrees. Dew Point 44, Humidity 53%, Barometer 29.86, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:17 am, Sunset 9:00 pm.

Mostly sunny until about midday becoming partly sunny with a 40% chance of afternoon rain and thunderstorms. High in the mid 70s. SE winds 5-10 mph becoming S in the afternoon.

70% chance of overnight rain showers with a possible thunderstorm. ow in the upper 50s. Light winds.

A small chance of some rain showing up on Friday, but look for a totally delightful weekend coming up. Sunshine and 80 degrees. Wow! Could not ask for better. In fact, the 80 degrees may linger on into Monday and Tuesday but then it’s accompanied by the chance of some rain. In other words, enjoy this weekend and get out and about if you can. It’s the sort of weekend we’ve been waiting for.

Currently 61 with an average wind from the ENE of 7 mph. Feels like 61 degrees. Dew Point 42, Humidity 52%, Barometer 29.85, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:18 am, Sunset 8:59 pm.

Sunny with a high in the lower 70s. NE winds 10-15 mph with gusts to 30 until about midday.

Mostly clear with a low in the mid 40s. E winds around 10 mph with gusts to 25 in the evening

Fairly cloudy early this morning but clearing to sunshine in the afternoon. Look for the chance for a bit of rain perhaps tomorrow and Friday, but as of now, our weekend is looking good. Plenty of sunshine should be ours. Let’s hope this forecast holds and that’s what we end up with. Would be nice to have an entire weekend full of welcome weather.

Currently 57 with an average wind from the E of 6 mph. Feels like 57 degrees. Dew Point 49, Barometer 29.84, Humidity 84%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:19 am, Sunset 8:58 pm.

Mostly cloudy with a 50% chance of rain showers. High in the mid 60s. E winds 10-15 mph.

Partly cloudy with an overnight temperature in the upper 40s. NE winds 10-15 mph.

Perhaps some rain today but look for sunshine tomorrow, maybe Friday. Also, we may only be in the 60s today but thankfully we’ll be back in to the 70s starting tomorrow. Warmer is nicer. The rain word starts to appear back in the forecast by Saturday and seems determined to linger around most of the coming week. Not necessarily a huge percent each day, but the chance for some seems to be there.

Hard to believe but the smoke situation from Canadian wildfires has risen its ugly head already this year. It’s been reported that there are already over 100  wildfires burning in Canada – many of them ‘out of control’. This is a bad thought for air quality for many of our states. I personally have to wonder what it is about Canada that it seems to be a country on fire with what seems to be a total lack of organization in control. What ever, it portends bad air for us before the season even gets going. Learning to live with this doesn’t seem like the best idea but obviously one that needs to be paid attention to.

Currently 72 with an average wind from the W of 7 mph. Feels like 72 degrees. Dew Point 51, Barometer 29.77, Humidity 46%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:20 am, Sunset 8:57 pm.

Partly sunny with a 50% chance of afternoon rain with a possible thunderstorm. High in the mid 70s. SW winds 10-15 mph with gusts to 25.

80% chance of rain and thunderstorms. Low in the lower 50s. NW winds around 10 becoming NW overnight.

Had a couple of nice overnight thunderstorms last night. A great sound for some of us. I’m one. Look for the possibility of a bit of sunshine on Wednesday. That could be is for the week. We could see an 80 degree day next Sunday. I know I’ve heard all about how hot we’re going to be but those 80 degree days so far have been few and far between. My fingers are crossed for Sunday.

Currently 46 with a SSW wind of 1 mph. Feels like 46 degrees. Dew Point 45, Barometer 29.89, Humidity 77%, Visibility 10 mi, Sunrise 6:21 am, Sunset 8:56 pm.

Sunny with a high in the mid 70s. S winds 5-10 mph with gusts to 20 increasing to SW 15-20 with gusts to 30 in the afternoon.

70% chance of overnight rain with an isolated thunderstorm. Low in the upper 50s. SW winds 10-15 mph with gust to around 25.

Could not really ask for better weather for Mother’s Day in our area. We are lucky compared to many others unfortunately having to cope with much heavier, unhappy weather. Hopefully you will be able to get out and about to enjoy this sunshine because as of now, the only other day coming up this entire week seems to be Wednesday. We all know how quickly things can change weather-wise, but that’s the picture for now.

Currently 52 with a 7 mph wind from the W. Feels like 52 degrees. Dew Point 46, Barometer 29.66, Humidity 90%, Visibility 9 mi, Sunrise 6:22 am, Sunset 8:55 pm

20% chance of rain until about midday then becoming partly cloudy. High in the upper 50s. NW winds 15-25 mph with gusts to 35.

Mostly clear tonight with a low around 40. NW wind 5-10 mph with gusts to 25 in the evening becoming light.

Sort of a misty rain outside right now which I’m told will clear away at some point. We may even see a glimpse of sun later today. And if the sky stays clear overnight, there is a chance we could see some of the northern lights. Worth a try to catch them. We don’t get that opportunity all that often here in SW Michigan. Looking like Mother’s Day is going to bring us delightful weather. Finger crossed. Next week could sunshine Tuesday and Wednesday but as of now, the rest of the week is looking decidedly damp. Time will tell.

Currently 55 with a calm wind from the SSW. Feels like 51 degrees. Dew Point 39, Barometer 29.92, Humidity 54%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:24 am, Sunset 8:54 pm.

Mostly sunny with a high in the mid 60s. SW winds around 10 mph with gusts to 20 in the afternoon.

Partly cloudy with an 80% chance of overnight showers. Low in the upper 40s. SW winds 5-15 mph.

Not overly warm today but at least it’s bright and sunny. No problem with that. Look for some rain perhaps tomorrow but the sun should return on Sunday. Just in time for Mother’s Day. How’s that for good scheduling?  A couple of sunny days, maybe Tuesday and Wednesday, but the rest of the week is seeing rain move in.  Again one of our mixed bag weeks of weather. For now, enjoy today’s sunshine, it’s a welcome sight.

Currently 55 with an ESE wind of 6 mph. Feels like 55 degrees. Dew Point 47, Barometer 29.78, Humidity 80%, Visibility 10 mi, Sunrise 6:25 am, Sunset 8:53 pm.

Mostly cloudy with a 40% chance of rain High around 60. E winds 10-15 mph with gusts to 25.

Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of evening rain becoming partly cloudy overnight. Low in the lower 40s. NE winds 5-10 mph in the evening becoming light.

Considering all the misery the day after day rounds of storms and tornadoes happening in the south, our uneventful weather seems a blessing. Yes, indeed, it could be warmer and nicer but all things considered, we’ll take this and be grateful. Look for some sunshine maybe Friday, Sunday and perhaps Tuesday, but then be ready for rain most every single day next week. Might be a good week to do some spring cleaning or tackle some closets or drawers or whatnot. Anything inside while the rain keeps everything outside wet. Then fingers crossed maybe some warmth will finally come to us after such a  dismal week. But like I said, at least we aren’t facing severe weather and that is most certainly happy news.

Currently 59 with an average wind from the W of 7 mph. Feels like 59 degrees. Dew Point 51, Barometer 29.69, Humidity 67%, Visibility 10 mi., Sunrise 6:26 am, Sunset 8:52 pm.

Sunny with a high in the lower 70s. W winds 10-15 mph with gusts to around 25.

Partly cloudy in the evening then cloudy with a 40% chance of rain. There could be a slight chance for a thunderstorm. Low in the upper 40s. NE winds 5-15 mph with gusts to around 25.

No damage in my area at all but a sad reminder yesterday that Michigan isn’t immune to the dangers of a tornado. The Portage area was hit hard. Lucky no deaths, something everyone can be grateful for. Tornado damage isn’t as usual in Michigan as it is in the south, but it can and has happened. Pays to pay attention to storm warnings.

No rain today, but rain tomorrow. In fact for the rest of the week the every other day for rain is the rule. Then once we get past Sunday – which for now looks dry – we’ll be looking at rain every single day. Not a happy thought, but it is what it is. At least for now. Just be prepared.