The forecast from FOX 17 Weather Ready Meteorologist Kara James: The Canadian wildfire smoke is finally thinning as wind swings around from the south on the western edge of a high pressure. This will also help highs to warm up a few degrees each day, up to the low 90s this weekend, as humidity rises. Another heat wave appears to be in sight to finish the week into the weekend with feels like temperatures in the upper 90s. At the same time, rain chances remain low. Pop up showers or thunderstorms are possible, but most spots will end up dry each day. The best chance for soaking rain and thunderstorms comes Friday morning, but there will still likely be some spots staying dry. Several counties across West Michigan are facing drought conditions, which will be worsening in the days ahead. We may be able to start seeing the Perseid Meteors in the coming days, which peak August 12/13. This is an annual event and stems from debris from the tail of the comet Swift Tuttle. Stay tuned to the FOX 17 Weather Ready Team for your latest forecast updates.
TONIGHT: Partly cloudy and mild. Lows in the mid 60s. Winds southeast light.
THURSDAY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy and warmer. An isolated shower/storm possible inland. Highs in the upper 80s. Winds south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
FRIDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Highs in the upper 80s to near 90.
SATURDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Highs in the lower 90s.
SUNDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Highs around 90.
MONDAY: Partly cloudy and warm. Chance of a shower/storm. Highs in the mid/upper 80s.
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