Michigan is locked in a cold, gray start across Gaylord, where freezing fog clings to trees and untreated roads turn slick. Visibility has dropped below a half mile at times, and patches of black ice may be hiding on side streets.
Temperatures sit near 24 degrees this morning under overcast skies. Freezing fog lingers through mid-morning before partial sunshine develops. Highs climb to about 41 degrees, offering a brief break before a stronger system moves in.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, a Winter Weather Advisory takes effect from 1 a.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday for portions of Northern Lower Michigan, including Otsego County. Snow, sleet, and freezing rain are expected, with total snow and sleet accumulations between 1 and 4 inches. Ice accumulations could reach one-tenth to one-quarter inch. Wind gusts may top 35 mph.
Snow develops late this evening, then mixes with sleet and freezing rain toward daybreak Wednesday. Roads, especially bridges and overpasses along I-75 and M-32, will likely become slick. Plan for a slow morning commute and possible power outages where ice builds on lines.
Wednesday afternoon keeps the wintry mix going before tapering to snow showers. Highs reach only the mid-30s.
Another round of snow showers arrives Thursday night into Friday, with highs near 35. The weekend stays cold, with additional snow shower chances Saturday and Sunday and highs near 30.
Flash freezing becomes a real concern after sunset when slush refreezes quickly.
Looking ahead, the 6–10 day outlook hints at moderating temperatures by early next week. A gradual warming trend from Monday through late February may bring subtle spring vibes back to Northern Michigan. How are conditions on your road this morning?
