Michigan’s north woods are coated in wet snow this morning, and visibility drops as flakes mix with sleet over Gaylord. The temperature sits near 30 degrees, cold enough for ice to cling to bridges and untreated roads.
A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. this evening for parts of northern Lower Michigan, including Gaylord. Snow, sleet, and pockets of freezing rain continue through the day. Total snow and sleet accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected, with a light glaze of ice up to one-tenth of an inch. Wind gusts could reach 35 mph, adding blowing snow and reduced visibility.
Roads along I-75 and M-32 are slick, especially on overpasses. Slow down and increase following distance. Conditions may worsen quickly during heavier bursts of precipitation. Wet pavement could turn icy in spots as temperatures hover near freezing.
Periods of mixed precipitation continue into the afternoon before tapering gradually. Highs reach the lower 30s, keeping surfaces marginally icy. As winds ease tonight and temperatures dip into the upper 20s, any untreated moisture may refreeze. This is classic flash-freeze season across northern Michigan.
Thursday brings mostly cloudy skies with isolated showers and highs near 39. Another round of wintry precipitation develops late Thursday into Friday. Rain may mix with snow before colder air settles in. Friday’s high reaches the mid-30s with rain and snow likely.
The weekend stays cold, with highs in the low 30s and additional snow shower chances into Saturday night. Early next week remains brisk, but long-range guidance suggests moderating temperatures and subtle signs of spring warmth building toward the end of the month.
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Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, Michigan:
Today: High 33, wintry mix and blowing snow
Thursday: High 39, isolated showers
Friday: High 36, rain and snow likely
Saturday: High 32, chance of snow showers
Sunday: High 27, chance of snow showers
