Marquette, Michigan – Lake effect snow showers will continue targeting the eastern Upper Peninsula today, with up to 3 inches possible in northwest wind snowbelts and slick travel developing along U.S. 41 before midafternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, northwest winds will gradually weaken through the day, but persistent lake effect bands will impact parts of the eastern U.P., especially from Munising to Sault Ste. Marie. Snowfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected in the most favored areas through early evening.
Road conditions may vary significantly over short distances. Drivers on M-28 and I-75 could encounter brief bursts of moderate snow reducing visibility below one mile. Snow-covered pavement is most likely in open stretches exposed to northwest winds.
High temperatures will only reach the teens and lower 20s across much of the Upper Peninsula, running 10 to 20 degrees below average for late February. The coldest readings are expected across the Keweenaw Peninsula, where wind chills will make it feel even colder.
Snow showers will gradually diminish tonight, but lake effect may linger in the eastern U.P. into Sunday. Motorists should reduce speed in snow belts, allow extra stopping distance and check Michigan DOT updates before traveling. Additional advisories may be issued if snow bands intensify or shift farther inland through Saturday afternoon.
