Dry first half of Labor Day weekend, then rain chances will increase with colder temperatures

High temperatures today reached 70 degrees in Alpena, 74 degrees in Detroit, but only 63 degrees in Marquette. Temperatures will be around the lower 70s for afternoon highs over the weekend, then colder air from the north will move in after Labor Day.

Saturday, highs will be near 72 degrees and highs will remain in the lower 70s Sunday. Monday will be a transition day with highs still close to 70 degrees. After that, damp conditions and winds from the north will result in notably colder temperatures. Highs will be only in the middle 60s Tuesday and lower 60s Wednesday.

Saturday: Mostly sunny. Early-morning temperatures will be in the upper 40s. Temperatures will rise to the lower 60s in the late-morning. Afternoon highs will reach about 72 degrees. Early-evening temperatures will be in the middle 60s.

Sunday: Starts dry with a mix of sun and clouds through midday, then chances of rain and thunderstorms will increase late-day. Early-morning temperatures will be rather cool, starting in the middle 40s. Late-morning temperatures will get close to 60 degrees. Afternoon highs will be near 71 degrees. Early-evening temperatures will be in the middle 60s.

Monday (Labor Day): A spotty shower is possible along with some dry periods, and morning temperatures will be milder. Predawn temperatures will start close to 60 degrees. Afternoon highs will reach about 70 degrees. Early-evening temperatures will be in the lower 60s.