Mild Temperatures and Scattered Rain Showers Forecast for Sunday

Cooler conditions to start the week before temperatures rebound by Thursday

Mar. 22, 2026 at 12:18am

Overnight will see increasing clouds and mild temperatures in the 50s, but Sunday will bring scattered rain showers, especially in the morning and early afternoon, along with the possibility of some freezing rain in the evening as temperatures drop. The rain will taper off late Sunday night, leading to a drier and cooler start to the workweek on Monday, though temperatures will rebound by Thursday.

Why it matters

The changing weather conditions over the next several days will impact outdoor activities and travel plans for residents in the Lansing and Jackson areas, so having an accurate forecast is important for planning purposes.

The details

Sunday will see temperatures reach a high of around 52°F early in the morning, but they will drop throughout the day as a cold front moves through the region. Scattered showers are expected to develop Sunday morning, especially in the northern parts of the area, and continue in waves through the afternoon and evening before tapering off late at night. There is also a possibility of freezing rain developing Sunday evening as temperatures fall. Monday will bring drier and cooler conditions, with highs only reaching the 40s, though temperatures will climb back into the 60s by Thursday, though another chance of rain is expected with the warmer air.

  • Overnight temperatures will reach a low of 55°F.
  • Sunday's high temperature of 52°F will occur early in the morning.
  • Scattered rain showers are expected to develop Sunday morning and continue through the afternoon and evening.
  • Freezing rain is possible Sunday evening as temperatures drop.
  • Drier and cooler conditions are expected on Monday, with highs only reaching 43°F.

The players

Lansing, Michigan

The Lansing metropolitan area, which includes the state capital and surrounding communities, is the focus of this weather forecast.

Jackson, Michigan

The Jackson metropolitan area, located southwest of Lansing, is also included in the weather coverage area.

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The takeaway

Residents in the Lansing and Jackson areas should be prepared for changing weather conditions over the next several days, including the possibility of rain, freezing rain, and cooler temperatures early in the week before a rebound in temperatures by the end of the week. Monitoring the forecast will be important for planning outdoor activities and travel.