Marquette, Michigan – A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for four Upper Peninsula counties as a midweek system may bring heavy snow, strong winds and possible power outages.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, an impactful winter storm is expected to move into the Great Lakes Tuesday night and continue through Wednesday evening. The system is forecast to begin with mixed precipitation before transitioning to all snow by Wednesday.
Forecasters say east to east-northeast wind gusts between 35 and 50 mph are likely near the Great Lakes and across the Keweenaw Peninsula. Heavy, wet snow combined with gusty winds may lead to tree damage and sporadic power outages.
Winter Storm Watches are currently in effect for Alger, Delta, Schoolcraft and Luce counties.
The National Weather Service also noted high uncertainty remains regarding snowfall totals and the precise location of the heaviest accumulation. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates as the storm track becomes clearer.
The system could affect Wednesday travel and school schedules, particularly for students and commuters across the eastern Upper Peninsula.
More information and official briefings are available at weather.gov/mqt.
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