First freeze warning of season issued for Tuesday morning

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — It was a wet and cool weekend across much of West Michigan including a high of only 55 degrees in Grand Rapids on Sunday afternoon — that was the coldest observed high temperature in the city since April 24.

Temperatures are now set to fall further heading into Tuesday morning with our first freeze warning of the season issued for 19 counties. It’ll be in effect from midnight until 9 a.m. on Tuesday.

Based on climatological data, this lines up with approximately when we should have our first freeze which typically occurs near Oct. 13 in Grand Rapids. Lows are set to drop to between 28 degrees and 32 degrees for many communities thanks to mostly clear skies and a gentle northerly wind.

You may want to take some precautions with the cold snap coming our way. Make sure that your sprinkler system is turned off and cleared out to avoid damage. Cover up fragile plants that may be susceptible to the freeze with a light linen blanket or move them into a garage or shed if they’re potted plants. Also, make sure that you’re being mindful of your pets if they’re sensitive to the cold.

The crisp fall air won’t hang around for too long. By the middle of this week, we’ll turn the corner toward warmer temperatures and highs will flirt with 70 degrees this upcoming weekend.

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