Stormy Sunday Ahead for West Michigan

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A winter weather advisory is in effect for parts of West Michigan on Sunday as the day begins with light snow showers, but the weather will quickly warm up and become more unsettled. Afternoon thunderstorms are expected, with the potential for severe weather including damaging winds. Temperatures are forecast to reach the low 60s before a cold front moves in overnight, changing the rain back to snow.

Why it matters

The changing weather conditions on Sunday could impact travel and outdoor activities across the region. The threat of severe storms also raises concerns about potential power outages and property damage, making it an important weather event to monitor closely.

The details

The day will start with 1 to 3 inches of snow in the northern counties under the winter weather advisory. As a warm front lifts across the area, temperatures will climb into the low 60s, especially south of I-96. While much of the afternoon will be dry and cloudy, showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop in the evening. A few of these storms could become severe, with damaging winds being the primary threat. A slight risk (level 2) of severe weather is in place for most of West Michigan.

• The winter weather advisory is in effect until 2:00 p.m. Sunday.
• The wind advisory is in effect until midnight Sunday for counties along and south of I-94.
• The slight risk (level 2) of severe storms is expected Sunday afternoon.

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the situation and issue any necessary updates or warnings as the severe weather threat develops on Sunday.