Michigan’s Upper Peninsula wakes up wrapped in blowing flakes and biting cold as lake-effect snow continues to shape the first full morning of 2026. In Marquette, snow dusts roads and sidewalks while wind pushes chills well below zero.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, light to moderate lake-effect snow continues today, especially near and east of Munising. Snowfall totals through mid-morning may reach up to 3 inches in favored bands, with additional advisories possible as conditions evolve. Temperatures hover near 10 degrees, while wind chills dip to around 20 below zero at times.
Travel impacts remain a concern. US-41, M-28, and surrounding county roads may turn slick quickly as snow bands shift. Visibility can change fast, particularly closer to Lake Superior. Drivers should slow down, keep headlights on, and allow extra stopping distance.
Snow showers ease at times later today, though flurries linger. Highs struggle to climb out of the teens, keeping snow light and powdery. Tonight stays mostly cloudy with lows near 12 degrees, allowing untreated surfaces to refreeze.
Saturday brings another round of scattered snow showers. Accumulations remain light, but cold pavement keeps roads slippery. Winds stay active, adding a sharp edge to already brisk conditions.
Sunday starts calmer with partial sunshine, but attention turns to Sunday night. Meteorologists are tracking a period of potentially heavier snow developing late Sunday night into Monday morning. Several inches are possible across parts of central Upper Michigan, which could impact the Monday morning commute.
Plan ahead if traveling late this weekend. Keep winter gear ready and check road conditions before heading out.
Five-Day Outlook for Marquette, Michigan
- Today: Light snow, high near 17
- Saturday: Snow showers, high near 22
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 21
- Monday: Snow showers possible, high near 32
- Tuesday: Rain/snow mix possible, high near 35
