The forecast from FOX 17 Weather Ready Meteorologists Kara James and Terri DeBoer: The severe weather across West Michigan has cleared out of the area, leaving behind widespread significant wind damage. There is a strong likelihood at least a few isolated tornadoes will be confirmed from this severe weather outbreak. Today will be windy and warm, with sunshine and highs in the low 80s. Nighttime rain and thunderstorms are possible as a second cold front sweeps through, and could be severe as well with damaging winds and large hail. Cooler air returns this weekend along with dry conditions and highs closer to "average" in the upper 60s to near 70 degrees. Stay tuned to FOX 17 for your latest forecast updates.
TONIGHT: Severe storms have exited the area, with clearing toward daybreak. Lows around 60. Winds south/southwest at 5 to 15 mph.
FRIDAY: Weather Ready Alert Day! Some morning fog possible, otherwise mostly sunny to partly cloudy, breezy, and hot. Highs in the low/mid 80s. Scattered showers and thunderstorms possible in the evening and overnight, and could be severe. Damaging winds and large hail are the main threats. Winds south/southwest at 10 to 20 mph.
SATURDAY: A few showers possible early, otherwise partly sunny and cooler. Highs in the mid/upper 60s.
SUNDAY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy and cool. Highs in the middle 60s.
MONDAY: Mostly sunny and cool. Highs in the upper 60s.
TUESDAY: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers possible. Highs in the low 60s.
WEDNESDAY: Mostly cloudy with showers likely. Highs in the mid 60s.
THURSDAY: Partly cloudy with highs in the mid 60s.
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