Gaylord, Michigan – Quiet winter conditions are expected tonight before snowfall returns Thursday, potentially affecting travel near I-75 and US-131 across Northern Lower Michigan.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service office in Gaylord, cloud cover will increase overnight ahead of a small weather system tracking across the Great Lakes region Thursday and Friday. While conditions remain mostly calm tonight, snow showers are expected to redevelop beginning Thursday afternoon and continue at times into Friday.
Forecasters say general snowfall accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are expected for most areas, including locations near major roadways such as Interstate 75, U.S. 131, and surrounding state highways. Snowfall is not expected to be heavy, but periodic snow showers could briefly reduce visibility, particularly during evening and early morning travel hours.
Thursday’s snow showers are forecast mainly during the afternoon and evening, with scattered snow continuing into Friday. Otherwise, conditions are expected to remain relatively quiet through the weekend, aside from periodic light lake-effect snow showers.
Temperature trends shared by the National Weather Service show overnight lows tonight ranging from 7 to 19 degrees, with daytime highs Thursday in the mid-20s to low 30s. Friday highs are expected to reach the upper 20s to mid-30s before colder air settles in for the weekend. Saturday highs may only reach the teens, with Sunday highs climbing back into the low to upper 20s.
While widespread disruptions are not anticipated, commuters, students, and early-morning workers may want to allow extra travel time during snow shower periods, especially on untreated roads.
The National Weather Service advises drivers to remain alert for changing road conditions and to monitor local updates as the system moves through the region.
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