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Upper Michigan Weather Alert: Gaylord, MI Snow Tonight, Nov 11-15
MICHIGAN — Wet roads could meet falling snowflakes across Gaylord as November's latest cold air surge pushes into northern Michigan. Rain may mix with snow early Thursday, followed by temperatures fal
By Lena Wood · 2026-11-11T11:02:55.728Z
MICHIGAN — Wet roads could meet falling snowflakes across Gaylord as November's latest cold air surge pushes into northern Michigan. Rain may mix with snow early Thursday, followed by temperatures falling into the middle 20s before the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, precipitation chances reach 80% Wednesday evening before colder air introduces snow showers Thursday.
The Weather Prediction Center reports that a powerful surge of polar air will spread across the central and eastern United States late this week.
Wednesday Showers Arrive Before Snow Chances Increase Gaylord could reach 47 degrees Wednesday, with mostly cloudy skies and showers becoming likely after 4 p.m.
Rain chances increase to 60% during the afternoon.
Patchy fog was possible earlier in the morning, with temperatures near 31 degrees reported at Gaylord Regional Airport.
Rain and snow showers become possible before 3 a.m. Thursday.
Additional rain or snow showers could continue through Thursday morning as temperatures approach freezing.
Drivers traveling I 75, M 32 and US 131 should watch for wet pavement and changing visibility during passing showers.
Thursday Brings Snow Showers and Colder Air Thursday's high reaches only 36 degrees, approximately 11 degrees colder than Wednesday.
A 30% chance of snow showers continues, particularly before 10 a.m. and again after 4 p.m.
North winds of 10 15 mph will reinforce the colder November conditions.
Temperatures fall toward 26 degrees by Friday morning.
A slight chance of snow showers remains Thursday evening, with precipitation chances near 20%.
Although snowflakes are expected to be possible, the local forecast currently calls for little or no accumulation.
Friday Through Sunday: Freezing Mornings Continue Friday brings mostly cloudy skies and highs near 37 degrees.
Temperatures fall toward 26 degrees again by Saturday morning.
Saturday afternoon improves slightly, with partly sunny skies and highs near 40 degrees.
Sunday reaches approximately 41 degrees following Saturday evening lows around 29 degrees.
The repeated freezing temperatures could produce frost and isolated slick patches wherever moisture remains.
Drivers should pay particular attention to bridges, shaded roads and untreated surfaces if temperatures drop below freezing while pavement remains wet.
Residents should secure outdoor decorations, protect exposed plumbing and prepare vehicles for colder morning starts.
Gaylord Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 11 15 Wednesday, Nov. 11: High 47°. Showers likely, 60% chance. Evening rain and snow showers, 80% precipitation chance. Low 30°. Thursday, Nov. 12: High 36°. Chance of snow showers, 30%. North winds 10 15 mph. Low 26°. Friday, Nov. 13: High 37°. Mostly cloudy. Low 26°. Saturday, Nov. 14: High 40°. Partly sunny. Low 29°. Sunday, Nov. 15: High 41°. Partly sunny. Low 29°. Looking ahead, Monday reaches approximately 43 degrees, while Tuesday could climb to 47 degrees.
For now, Gaylord residents should prepare for a wet to snowy transition followed by several freezing mornings.
Are you ready for northern Michigan's next round of snowflakes, or are you hoping warmer fall weather returns before Thanksgiving?