Sure, it's September, but pretty soon, it won't feel like it in Michigan. Michigan is in for very summer-like weather for the foreseeable future, according to reports from weather experts. I'm loving it, because I truly love warm weather, but I feel for my friends who want relief from the heat. It can be miserable to be in this kind of heat without air conditioning, not to mention unsafe. So, buckle up for the next few weeks, and get ready for some sizzling temperatures.
Summer-Like Weather in Michigan
According to the weather experts at Weather.com, summer-like weather will be in Michigan at least through the next two weeks. Looking at the upcoming forecast through Sept. 23, Michigan will have highs in the 70s and 80s for the entire period, with most of those days in the 80s. Right now, the hottest day on the forecast is Wednesday, Sept. 11, where temperatures are projected to get into the mid-80s in Detroit and throughout much of lower Michigan. The National Weather Service also projects "warmer than normal" temperatures for at least the next two weeks. So, get out that bikini again. I know I will. I actually really hope it stays warm for Halloween, which I know is quite a long time from now. But, I remember last year, where I live, is was pretty cold for Halloween, and I felt bad for all the little kids who had to wear coats over their costumes when they went trick-or-treating.
With it being hot and summer-like, keep in mind some basic heat safety tips. Ready.gov notes that "Extreme heat is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. In extreme heat your body works extra hard to maintain a normal temperature, which can lead to death." So, it's something to take seriously.
The Red Cross says to prevent heat illness, some tips include drinking enough water, avoiding "sugary, caffeinated and alcoholic drinks" and drinking snacks or a sports drink if you're sweating a lot, "to replace the salt and minerals you lose in sweat." They add that when it gets into the 90s, fans might not be enough of a cooling agent to prevent heat-related illness. "Taking a cool shower or bath or moving to an air-conditioned place is a much better way to cool off," they suggest. So, drink up, stay safe and enjoy this last bit of summer, if heat is your thing.