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Memorial Day Forecast

Memorial Day Boating and Beach Forecast

Expect some of the warmest temperatures of the year (so far) for today under partly cloudy skies, with highs ranging from the upper 70s to mid 80s away from the lakeshore. There is a 15-35% chance of showers today, with a few storms possible this afternoon. Today will also be breezy with southwest winds gusting to 20-25 mph. Since we have thunderstorms in the forecast today, be sure to monitor the forecast if you have outdoor plans!

Expect dense marine fog to continue impacting the nearshore waters along Lake Michigan through the mid-morning. Otherwise, look for a brief period of no hazardous conditions on the water from mid-morning through early this afternoon. Then, persistent southerly winds will create increasing waves along the nearshore waters of Lake Michigan and its beaches from late this afternoon through early Tuesday morning. This will generate hazardous conditions to small craft and a moderate/high swim risk for rip currents.