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Northern Michigan Weather Alert: Marquette Snow, 35 MPH Gusts Nov 10-14
Marquette, MI – Snowflakes could swirl across northern Michigan highways by Thursday morning as gusts reach 35 mph and temperatures tumble.
By Grant Holloway · 2026-11-10T10:43:19.751Z
Marquette, MI – Snowflakes could swirl across northern Michigan highways by Thursday morning as gusts reach 35 mph and temperatures tumble.
A stretch of mild November weather is ending across Marquette County, with several rounds of snow showers possible through Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, precipitation chances climb to 90% Wednesday night, with rain changing to snow after 4 a.m. Thursday.
The developing system could bring wet pavement, reduced visibility and slippery spots along US 41, M 28 and surrounding Upper Peninsula roads.
Wednesday Night: Rain Changes to Snow Tuesday, November 10, offers one final opportunity to enjoy relatively comfortable fall weather.
Sunshine pushes temperatures toward 52 degrees, although west winds could gust to 25 mph.
Residents should consider finishing outdoor cleanup and securing lightweight decorations before stronger winds arrive.
Clouds increase Tuesday night, with temperatures falling toward 40 degrees and a 20% chance of showers.
Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, brings a noticeable shift.
Showers become likely after 7 a.m., with precipitation chances reaching 70%.
Temperatures reach approximately 44 degrees, while northwest winds could gust to 25 mph.
Rainfall amounts should remain below one tenth of an inch, according to the supplied local outlook.
However, the more significant transition arrives Wednesday night.
Rain and snow showers become increasingly likely as temperatures fall toward 34 degrees.
The precipitation chance reaches 90%, with rain expected to transition to snow after 4 a.m. Thursday.
North winds increase to 15 20 mph, with gusts reaching 35 mph.
No snow accumulation is specified in the supplied outlook.
Thursday: Snow Showers and Strong Winds Thursday, November 12, could deliver the week's most disruptive weather.
Snow showers are expected, with an 80% precipitation chance and temperatures reaching only 37 degrees.
North winds near 20 mph could produce gusts reaching 35 mph.
Those conditions may reduce visibility during heavier showers, especially on exposed roads near Lake Superior.
Drivers should allow extra time and monitor changing pavement conditions.
Snow showers remain likely Thursday night, with a 90% precipitation chance and temperatures near 34 degrees.
Friday: Snow Chances Remain Elevated Friday, November 13, offers little immediate relief.
Snow showers remain in the outlook, with an 80% precipitation chance and afternoon temperatures near 38 degrees.
Additional showers could affect morning and afternoon travel.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 32 degrees.
Snow showers may mix with rain after 10 p.m. before gradually ending.
Wet pavement could become slippery where surface temperatures reach freezing.
However, widespread flash freezing is not specifically predicted.
Saturday: Snow Eases, Cold Weather Remains Saturday, November 14, brings a welcome improvement.
Mostly cloudy skies replace the persistent snow showers, with temperatures reaching approximately 39 degrees.
The calmer pattern should provide a better opportunity for outdoor activities.
Still, temperatures fall toward 33 degrees Saturday night.
Marquette Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 10 14 Tuesday, Nov. 10: Sunny, high 52°F. Wind gusts up to 25 mph. Low 40°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Showers likely, 70% chance. High 44°F. Rain changing to snow Wednesday night, 90% chance. Low 34°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Snow showers, 80% chance. High 37°F. Gusts up to 35 mph. Snow showers Thursday night, 90% chance. Low 34°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Snow showers, 80% chance. High 38°F. Rain and snow possible Friday night, low 32°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly cloudy, high 39°F. Nighttime low 33°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 15 16 and Thanksgiving Sunday, November 15, brings partly sunny skies and temperatures near 41 degrees.
Monday, November 16, looks somewhat milder, with mostly sunny conditions and a high near 45 degrees.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, the Upper Peninsula remains vulnerable to additional winter weather as colder seasonal patterns develop.
However, specific snowfall totals or storms for November 17 26 cannot be established from this outlook.
No tornado threat is identified in the local five day outlook.
For now, the immediate concern is the transition from Wednesday's rain to several periods of snow through Friday.
Traveling US 41 or M 28 later this week? Tell us what snow and road conditions you're seeing around Marquette County!