WEST MICHIGAN — The forecast from FOX 17 Meteorologist Haleigh Vaughn: Clouds are decreasing across West Michigan, where skies are expected to become mostly sunny this evening. Partly cloudy to mostly clear skies settle in for tonight, along with overnight lows in the lower 60s. Sunshine, heat, and a strong breeze are the top headlines for Thursday. Mostly sunny skies with temperatures topping out in the lower 90s is in store, along with southwesterly wind gusts over 30 mph. Due to the strong winds, high wave heights between 3 to 6 feet are possible. Tomorrow is NOT the day to swim in Lake Michigan. Click here for more information about the Lake Michigan forecast. In addition, there is a Clean Air Action Day for tomorrow. Do your best to limit your gas-powered vehicles and equipment, reduce your energy use, and try not to fill up your gas tank during the day. A cold front slides through the state on Friday, providing the chance for showers and storms. Unfortunately, not everyone will see rain. The month of June has been predominately dry with below normal in precipitation, so we're welcoming in any rain chance at this point! The majority of our July Fourth Holiday weekend appears dry with highs in the low to middle 80s! Start making your outdoor plans for Independence Day. The next chance for rain after the holiday pops up on Tuesday. For the latest forecast and severe weather alerts, you can always download the free FOX 17 Weather App.
TONIGHT: Mostly clear to partly cloudy and comfortable. Lows in the lower 60s. Winds east/southeast at 5 to 10 mph.
THURSDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. More humid and breezy. Highs around 90. Winds southwest at 10 to 20 mph.
FRIDAY: A passing cold front brings the chance of showers or thunderstorms. Highs in the middle 80s.
SATURDAY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy. Highs in the lower 80s.
SUNDAY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy. Highs in the mid 80s.
4th of JULY: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy. Highs in the mid/upper 80s.
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