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Michigan Snow Alert: Marquette, MI Could See 10+ Inches by Friday Nov 13
Marquette, MI – A prolonged round of lake effect snow is expected to impact Michigan&…
By Wesley Grant · 2026-11-11T11:58:43.689Z
Marquette, MI – A prolonged round of lake effect snow is expected to impact Michigan's Upper Peninsula beginning Wednesday night, November 11, bringing 4 to 8 inches of accumulation to higher elevations and a chance of more than 10 inches in some locations by Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, lake effect rain showers will become more widespread Wednesday afternoon before transitioning to snow overnight. Snow showers are expected to continue into Saturday, with the most significant impacts occurring during overnight and early morning hours.
Up to 10 Inches or More Possible in Higher Terrain
Forecasters expect 4 to 8 inches of snowfall across higher elevations of Marquette and Baraga counties through Friday.
The highest terrain along and west of the Dead River Basin has a 60% chance of receiving more than 10 inches.
Communities around Champion and Ishpeming could experience significant accumulation, while areas closer to Lake Superior, including portions of Marquette, may receive considerably less snow.
Elsewhere within northern wind driven lake effect snow belts, 1 to 3 inches is expected, with lower totals forecast near the lakeshore, Menominee County and the eastern Upper Peninsula.
Thursday and Friday Commutes Face Growing Risks
The National Weather Service reports increasing confidence in travel impacts during Thursday morning, Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.
Thursday night into Friday is expected to be particularly impactful as lake effect snow continues across the region.
Conditions could change rapidly over short distances, especially along U.S. Highway 41 between Marquette and Ishpeming, where elevation differences may produce sharply varying snowfall totals.
Drivers should prepare for accumulating snow, reduced visibility and potentially slippery roads.
Winter Weather Advisory Issued
The National Weather Service confirmed that a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued as confidence in accumulating snow and travel disruptions increases.
Residents should monitor updated forecasts, allow additional travel time and prepare for changing conditions through Saturday.
Snowfall totals will vary significantly depending on elevation and the placement of lake effect snow bands.