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Michigan Weather Alert: Gaylord Snow Today, 27° Low Nov. 12-16
Michigan — Snowflakes could mix with rain across northern Michigan as temperatures hover near freezing and brisk winds sweep through Otsego County. Gaylord faces a 70% precipitation chance Thursday, f
By Mara Ellison · 2026-11-12T10:39:03.226Z
Michigan — Snowflakes could mix with rain across northern Michigan as temperatures hover near freezing and brisk winds sweep through Otsego County. Gaylord faces a 70% precipitation chance Thursday, followed by freezing temperatures and additional snow shower opportunities through Friday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, rain and snow showers are likely before noon Thursday. Snow showers remain possible between noon and 1 p.m., with temperatures reaching approximately 38 degrees.
Little or no snow accumulation is expected in Gaylord during this period.
However, colder conditions could create isolated slippery surfaces where moisture remains as temperatures fall.
Snow Showers Could Continue Into Friday Thursday afternoon brings cloudy skies, with north winds around 10 to 15 mph.
Temperatures should remain near 38 degrees before falling to approximately 27 degrees Thursday night.
A slight chance of snow showers develops between 10 p.m. and 1 a.m. Friday, with a 20% precipitation probability.
Friday, November 13, brings mostly cloudy skies and another high near 38 degrees.
North winds around 10 mph will maintain the chilly November feel.
For drivers traveling Interstate 75, M 32 and surrounding Otsego County roads, changing precipitation deserves attention.
Wet pavement and falling temperatures could produce isolated slick spots, especially on bridges and untreated surfaces.
Friday Night Brings Another Snow Chance The National Weather Service indicates a 30% chance of snow showers Friday night, mainly before 1 a.m. Saturday.
Temperatures should fall near 29 degrees, keeping conditions favorable for snow rather than rain.
The forecast does not specify additional accumulation amounts for Friday night.
Drivers should monitor updated conditions before traveling through northern Michigan, particularly across exposed rural roads.
The potential for snow showers does not automatically mean widespread hazardous travel.
Still, even light snow can create changing conditions when pavement temperatures approach freezing.
Saturday and Sunday Bring a Gradual Improvement Saturday, November 14, offers a quieter weather pattern.
Mostly cloudy skies should accompany a high near 40 degrees, with north winds around 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday night temperatures fall near 29 degrees.
Sunday brings partly sunny skies and a high around 41 degrees, followed by a low near 32 degrees.
Residents planning outdoor activities should prepare for chilly mornings and damp or frosty surfaces.
Could More Snow Arrive Before Thanksgiving? The NOAA Weather Prediction Center reports that polar air is spreading across the eastern United States.
Cold winds crossing the Great Lakes are expected to generate lake effect precipitation, with the heaviest snow forecast across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
For Gaylord, the immediate concern remains intermittent snow showers through Friday night.
The supplied local outlook becomes drier through the weekend and early next week.
Additional snow remains possible later in November, but no specific new event is established through Wednesday.