Marquette, Michigan – Lake effect snow showers will continue across the Upper Peninsula today, bringing 1 to 3 inches of accumulation and areas of blowing snow along US-41 and M-28 through 7 p.m. Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, light to occasionally moderate snow will persist in northwest wind snow belts through this afternoon and into tonight. The most persistent bands are expected across portions of Alger, Marquette, Baraga and northern Houghton counties.
Snow totals between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Wednesday are forecast to range from 1 to 2 inches in many locations, with localized amounts up to 3 inches near Munising, Grand Marais and areas east of Marquette. Additional light accumulations are possible overnight.
Gusty northwest winds may lead to blowing and drifting snow, particularly in open areas and along exposed stretches of roadway. Visibility could briefly drop in heavier lake effect bands.
High temperatures Wednesday will range from 14 to 22 degrees, with overnight lows falling between 2 below zero and 8 above zero. Wind chills will make conditions feel colder, especially after sunset.
Primary travel corridors including US-41, M-28, M-26 and I-75 near the eastern Upper Peninsula may experience snow-covered and slick conditions during the afternoon and evening commute.
More light snow is expected to move through the region Thursday, with highs moderating slightly into the mid-20s to mid-30s.
Commuters, school transportation services and commercial drivers should allow extra travel time and remain alert for rapidly changing visibility in lake effect snow bands.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updates from the National Weather Service Marquette office for the latest forecast information.
