Michigan wakes up under a steady winter grind this morning as light snow falls across the northern Lower Peninsula. In Gaylord, flakes drift steadily on gusty winds, coating roads and reducing visibility at times.
A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through this evening for much of northern Lower Michigan. According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches are expected today, with the highest totals under persistent lake-effect bands. Patchy blowing snow may reduce visibility quickly, especially in open areas.
Temperatures hover near 8 degrees early, but wind chills dip closer to 10 below zero. Roads across Otsego County are already slick, and conditions may worsen during both the morning and evening travel periods. Drivers on I-75, M-32, and surrounding county roads should expect rapidly changing visibility as snow bands shift.
Snow continues on and off through the afternoon, with bursts of heavier snowfall possible. Even short breaks can be misleading. Pavement remains cold enough for snow to stick immediately, increasing the risk of spin-outs and slowdowns. Plan extra time and keep headlights on.
Tonight brings lingering snow showers before tapering late. Skies remain mostly cloudy, and lows fall near 4 below zero. Any untreated surfaces refreeze quickly, raising the threat of black ice overnight.
Wednesday stays unsettled, with additional snow showers developing later in the day. Highs reach near 12, offering little relief. Colder air settles in Thursday and Friday, with highs struggling to reach the single digits and wind chills falling well below zero at night.
Looking ahead, longer-range outlooks suggest below-normal precipitation into early February, though cold air remains locked in across northern Michigan.
Slow down, avoid unnecessary travel during heavier snow, and be ready for sudden visibility drops. Are conditions changing where you are driving today?
Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, Michigan
• Today: Snow, 2–4 inches possible, high near 11
• Wednesday: Snow showers, high near 12
• Thursday: Cold, mostly sunny, high near 4
• Friday: Cold, partly sunny, high near 7
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 15
