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Michigan Winter Weather Alert: Up to 10 Inches of Snow by Friday
Marquette, MI – A winter weather advisory is set to take effect Wednesday night across portions of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where up to 10 inches of lake effect snow could create dangerous driving
By Natalie Brooks · 2026-11-11T08:49:06.121Z
Marquette, MI – A winter weather advisory is set to take effect Wednesday night across portions of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where up to 10 inches of lake effect snow could create dangerous driving conditions through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, the advisory covers Marquette and Baraga counties from 10 p.m. Wednesday until noon Friday. Forecasters expect 4 to 8 inches of snow across higher elevations, with localized totals reaching 10 inches.
Lake effect rain showers are expected to transition to snow Wednesday evening, with accumulating snowfall continuing into Friday.
Travel Conditions Could Deteriorate Rapidly
Drivers traveling along US 41 between Marquette and Negaunee could encounter particularly hazardous conditions as snowfall increases farther inland.
The National Weather Service warns that Thursday morning and evening commutes, along with Friday morning travel, could be significantly affected.
Winds could gust to 30 mph inland and reach 40 mph near Lake Superior, potentially reducing visibility during heavier snow showers.
Major Differences in Snowfall Expected
Snowfall totals will vary dramatically depending on location.
Communities near the Lake Superior shoreline, including the city of Marquette, are expected to receive less than an inch because of warmer lakeshore temperatures.
However, higher terrain across Marquette and Baraga counties could experience substantially greater accumulations.
Travel conditions may temporarily improve Thursday afternoon as temperatures approach or slightly exceed freezing. Forecasters expect conditions to worsen again around sunset Thursday as temperatures fall.
Residents in Gwinn, Negaunee, L'Anse and surrounding inland communities should prepare for rapidly changing road conditions.
The National Weather Service urges motorists to reduce speeds, allow additional travel time and remain alert for sudden changes in snowfall intensity and visibility.
Lake effect snow bands can produce heavy snowfall in one location while areas just a few miles away experience little or no precipitation