Michigan's Weekend Weather: Rain, Ice, and a Mix of Everything

Michigan is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. It all starts with a frosty Friday morning, with over 25, 000 homes and businesses left in the dark due to icy conditions. But don't worry, things are expected to warm up a bit as the day goes on. Rain is the main event for most of the state, with showers sticking around until Sunday. Some areas might even see a light dusting of snow on Sunday night. But it's not just rain and snow—there's a chance of freezing rain and sleet in some spots, so be careful out there. Let's break it down by city. In Lansing, expect a mix of rain and freezing rain on Friday, turning into all rain by midday. It'll be chilly, with highs around 37 degrees. Saturday is mostly cloudy, and Sunday brings showers again. Detroit is in for a similar mix of rain and possibly snow on Friday, with thunderstorms possible. Highs will be around 36 degrees. Saturday is mostly cloudy, and Sunday brings more rain, with up to three-quarters of an inch possible.Grand Rapids will see showers on Friday, turning into a mostly cloudy Saturday and more showers on Sunday. Highs will range from the upper 30s to around 50 degrees. Down in southwest Michigan, cities like Coldwater, Kalamazoo, and St. Joseph will see rain on Friday, turning into mostly cloudy skies on Saturday and more rain on Sunday. Highs will range from the low 40s to mid-50s. Up north, Gaylord, Traverse City, and Alpena will see a mix of snow, freezing rain, and sleet on Friday, turning into mostly cloudy skies on Saturday and rain or freezing rain on Sunday. Highs will range from the upper 20s to mid-30s. And in the Upper Peninsula, Marquette, Sault Ste. Marie, and Ironwood will see a mix of snow, rain, and showers throughout the weekend, with highs in the mid-30s. So, what's the takeaway? Pack your rain gear, watch out for icy spots, and be ready for a mix of everything this weekend in Michigan.