LANSING, Mich. (Michigan News Source) — Michigan residents can look forward to a break from the recent spell of oppressive heat and humidity as two cold fronts are set to move through the state next week.

The first cold front is expected to arrive on August 5, bringing a modest drop in temperatures and slightly lowering humidity levels. While this change might be subtle, it marks the beginning of a transition to cooler weather. The heat and humidity, although reduced, will still be noticeable for many.

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More substantial relief is anticipated with the second cold front, which is set to sweep through on August 7, bringing cooler air from Canada into Michigan. By the morning of August 8, the impact of this front will be evident, with much cooler and drier air settling across the state. 

The arrival of these cold fronts is a characteristic feature of Michigan’s summer climate. The state’s unique geographical position between the Great Lakes creates often unpredictable weather patterns. During the peak of summer, it typically requires multiple cold fronts to effectively displace the entrenched warm air masses.