Chris Easlick

Saginaw

Chief Meteorologist at WNEM-TV (Saginaw, MI)

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Storms pass through this evening, some relief from the heat on Wednesday

4 days ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - It’s been a steamy several days around Mid-Michigan, but relief is on its way very soon. A cold front dropping through the area tonight will set the stage for cooler temperatures on Wednesday and a decent drop in the humidity. But first, we do have to get through some storms this evening before we get there. These storms have been strong at times this afternoon, so we’ll be watching them closely as they roll through.
Remaining hot Tuesday, but heat index is dialed down slightly

5 days ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Heat index values have been running high since Saturday and although it’s a slight change, we’ll at least turn down the heat slightly soon. Heat index values on Tuesday aren’t expected to get quite as high tomorrow and we’ll cool down even further as we head into Wednesday and Thursday. It still won’t be a “pleasant” atmosphere, some of the edge will be taken off of the last few days.
Heat builds this weekend, watching storm potential overnight & early Saturday

1 week ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Outside of some occasional showers and storms, Friday has been fairly quiet. But as we head into the weekend, there is plenty to talk about!It starts with a tricky forecast for showers and thunderstorms late tonight and the first half of Saturday, followed by our building heat into the weekend and early next week. And much of next week will continue to be unsettled.
Occasional rain tonight and Friday, heat builds into the weekend

1 week ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - Rain has continued around Mid-Michigan for much of the day, though things have slowed down for many this afternoon and early evening. Despite that being the case for most, there are still some scattered showers here and there to start the evening and that will likely be the case into Friday. We’re also preparing for the heat that builds in this weekend and sticks around for early next week.
Locally heavy rain expected tonight, Severe T-Storm Watch for southern areas

1 week ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - We’ve had several showers and thunderstorms move through the area today, and we’ll continue to watch how things develop this evening. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in place for Genesee, Lapeer, and Shiawassee counties until 10 PM tonight. We’ll see if more counties are added later, but for now, these are the only three.
First Alert Weather Day: Severe storms possible Wednesday

1 week ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - It’s been a nice, although hot day around Mid-Michigan and it’s a sign of things to come in the extended forecast. However, before we start focusing on heat later in the week and next week, we have a First Alert Weather Day for Wednesday to get through. This Alert Day is for the possibility of severe storms Wednesday afternoon and early evening, with all forms of severe weather possible.
Scattered rain possible Tuesday, severe storms possible on Wednesday

1 week ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - We have had a beautiful start to the week around Mid-Michigan with plenty of sunshine and pleasant temperatures. As we move through the next few days, we’ll keep the warm temperatures, but there will be a noticeable jump in the humidity, our first taste of true summertime warmth and mugginess. In addition to that, comes several chances for showers and storms the next week or so, and on Wednesday, we’re keeping track of what could be a threat for strong to severe storms.
Spotty showers possible Friday, but dry most of the time

2 weeks ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - We’ve had a few areas of rain going back into early this morning and a few isolated afternoon showers, but overall, today has been a fairly pleasant day. Temperatures have cooled off siginificantly compared to Wednesday, but we’ve still managed mostly 70s around Mid-Michigan, and with the wind coming from the easterly and northeasterly direction, we’ve avoided any humidity.
A few showers possible Thursday, but plenty of dry time

2 weeks ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

SAGINAW, Mich. (WNEM) - It’s been a pleasant summer day around Mid-Michigan with plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures, and we haven’t had to look over our shoulder for any rainfall. While some areas could still use it, we at least have a day where we can feel good about working outside with no issues or just enjoy a walk around the area. Many have risen into the middle 80s today and combined with low humidity, we’ve had an almost perfect summer day.
Spring 2025: Top 20 warmth for Saginaw & Flint, 3rd wettest for Houghton Lake

2 weeks ago | wnem.com | Chris Easlick

Mid-Michigan. (WNEM) - Although astronomical summer doesn’t arrive until June 20th, Meteorological Summer began on June 1st, meaning Meteorological Spring ended on May 21st. The meteorological or climatological seasons are in place to provide a more consistent 3-month measuring period for the seasons, where the astronomical calendar can vary with its start dates for the seasons from year year.