Metro Detroit’s mild weekend is ending with rain and gusty winds as a strong low-pressure system glides over the Great Lakes region.

The rain, wind, and patchy fog will continue into Sunday night. Rainfall totals have exceeded an inch, which is near the record for Dec. 29 in Metro Detroit. A few locales will see totals approaching two inches. There is a chance of wet snow mixing in at times. Lows will be in the lower to mid 30s, including temperatures near freezing in the Thumb. The freezing temperatures could lead to a few slick spots, particularly bridges, north of I-69. Winds will be out of the northwest at 14 to 24 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

A gale warning will be in effect for Southern Lake Huron from 10 p.m. Sunday to 4 p.m. Monday.

Monday

Monday morning will be mostly cloudy with a few rain and snow showers in the Thumb. Otherwise, clouds will decrease during the day. Highs will be in the mid 40s.

Monday night will be mostly cloudy with lows in the lower 30s. Rain showers will start approaching from the southwest overnight.

Tuesday

Tuesday, or New Year’s Eve, will bring rain and snow showers in the morning. Highs will be around 40 degrees. The wet weather will stick around for evening celebrations with the chance of a wintry mix. Lows will be in the lower 30s around the freezing mark.

In New York, it will be rainy with evening temperatures around 50 degrees as spectators wait for the Times Square Ball Drop.

Wednesday

Wednesday, or New Year’s Day, will be mostly cloudy with the chance of a few snow showers in Southeast Michigan. Highs will be in the mid 30s. Under cloudy skies, nighttime temperatures will fall into the lower to mid 20s.

Thursday and Friday

Thursday and Friday will be mostly cloudy with the chance of a few lake-effect snow showers. Highs will be around 30 degrees on Thursday and the mid to upper 20s on Friday.

Weekend

Next weekend will stay cold with a chance of snow showers on Sunday.

Veteran defensive tackle Calais Campbell could be suiting up for the Miami Dolphins for the final time Sunday against the Cleveland Browns.

According to the Miami Herald, there is a growing expectation Campbell will be waived when the Dolphins are officially eliminated from postseason contention.

The Detroit Lions’ defense could benefit from the addition of another experienced veteran along the defensive line, as they continue their pursuit of their first-ever Super Bowl appearance and win.

As writer Omar Kelly explained, “Campbell and the Dolphins have discussed his release, which would need to happen before next week’s season finale, giving him an opportunity to latch on to a team competing for the Super Bowl. The Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings are also expected to be interested, and might put in a waiver claim to strengthen their cause, and prevent a front runner like the Chiefs from adding the defensive lineman who ranks third in active sacks.”

Campbell, 38, has recorded four sacks, 46 tackles, five pass breakups and one forced fumble for the 7-8 Dolphins. He has appeared in two Super Bowls, but is still chasing the elusive Lombardi Trophy.

“My whole career I’ve been close, but no cigar,” said Campbell. “I want that cigar.”

Unfortunately, Detroit still remains lower on the waiver wire than teams that could also benefit from Campbell’s services, including the Ravens.

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