Michigan – Breath clouds the air and light flakes drift across dark pavement as February winter tightens its grip early this morning. Temperatures sit near 15 degrees in Grand Rapids, with wind chills closer to single digits, enough to sting exposed skin and harden slush into ice.
According to the National Weather Service, light snow showers may continue at times today, mainly before mid-afternoon. Accumulations remain minor, but even a dusting can create slick spots as highs struggle to reach the lower 20s. Winds stay modest, yet cold air keeps untreated roads icy, especially on bridges and ramps around US-131 and I-196.
Across West Michigan, clouds dominate while snow showers taper later today. Tonight turns quiet but sharply colder, with lows near 9 degrees. Any melted snow will refreeze quickly, raising the risk for flash freezing before the Monday morning commute. Drivers should plan extra time and watch shaded roadways.
Sunday brings a slow break. Clouds gradually thin, and highs climb into the mid-20s. Monday improves further, reaching the low 30s, though nights remain below freezing. By Tuesday, temperatures push into the lower 40s, signaling a February thaw that many have been waiting for.
The broader pattern favors moderation. While the Great Lakes remain heavily iced, warmer air spreading east early next week may reduce lake-effect potential and ease daily travel. By midweek, conditions trend calmer, though clouds linger.
Another weak system could reintroduce snow chances later in the week, but signs point toward above-normal temperatures beyond the five-day window. Traveling today? Share what road conditions look like in your area.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Today: Slight chance of snow showers, mostly cloudy. High near 21°F.
- Tonight: Snow showers end early, mostly cloudy. Low near 9°F.
- Sunday: Gradual clearing, turning partly sunny. High near 24°F.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, milder. High near 31°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a warming trend. High near 42°F.
