Metro Detroit's Chilly New Year's Eve Surprise
Metro Detroit, USAWed Dec 31 2025
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Metro Detroit is in for a frosty start to the new year. The region is getting ready for more snow and some seriously cold temperatures. Right now, light snow showers are drifting through the area. The good news is that most roads are fine, but things could get slippery as more snow rolls in later tonight.
The snow isn't expected to pile up too much, but even a light dusting can make driving tricky tonight and tomorrow morning. So, if you're out and about, take it slow and steady.
The cold isn't going anywhere fast. Temperatures are hanging around 20 to 25 degrees, but with gusty winds blowing at 15 to 30 mph, it feels even colder. In places like Flint, Pontiac, and Sandusky, wind chills are dropping to single digits. Most of southeastern Michigan is feeling temperatures closer to 10 to 15 degrees.
This cold snap is sticking around. Overnight lows tonight will drop near 20 degrees, and tomorrow's highs will only reach around 30 degrees. Heading into New Year's Day, expect overnight lows in the lower teens and afternoon highs near 22 degrees. There might even be a few lingering flurries to keep things interesting.
Looking ahead, the forecast is mostly cold and quiet. Thursday is bringing another round of light snow, followed by chilly highs around 30 degrees through Sunday. There could be more flurries later on Sunday, and by Monday and Tuesday, temperatures should start to feel more normal for this time of year.
The big takeaway? Be ready for light but persistent snow chances and watch out for slippery conditions each evening and morning, especially through the New Year's holiday weekend. It's all about staying safe and warm out there.