NWS: Red flag warning Monday; sunny skies for NFL Draft

As Michigan prepares for visitors flocking to the NFL Draft in Detroit this week, the National Weather Service predicts seasonable conditions.

With temperatures in the 60s Monday and breezy, a red flag warning is in place until 8 p.m. for northern lower Michigan, including Cheboygan, Presque Isle and Grand Traverse counties, as well as Midland, Bay and Saginaw counties.

NWS expects winds gusting near 20 mph.

According to a post on X from the weather service, "low humidity and breezy conditions can contribute to dangerous fire behavior. Be careful with activities that could potentially lead to a wildfire."

Showers are forecast Tuesday in Metro Detroit, when the mercury could rise into the low 60s ― average for late April, NWS records show.

A slight cool-down is on tap for Wednesday, with temperatures topping out in the low 50s under partly cloudy skies.

On Thursday, when the NFL Draft draws thousands to downtown Detroit, highs should reach the upper 50s with sunny conditions, according to the weather service.

Warmth is predicted Friday, with the thermometer climbing near 70.

Saturday should also net highs in the 70s, with clouds and thunderstorms possible.