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Upper Michigan Snow Alert: Up to 10 Inches, US-41 Travel Risk into Friday Nov 13
Marquette, MI – A lake effect snow event is bringing hazardous travel conditions to parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula Thursday, November 12, with up to 10 inches of additional snowfall possible in i
By Paige Sullivan · 2026-11-12T08:55:54.266Z
Marquette, MI – A lake effect snow event is bringing hazardous travel conditions to parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula Thursday, November 12, with up to 10 inches of additional snowfall possible in isolated inland areas before conditions improve Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Marquette and Baraga counties until noon EST Friday, November 13, as persistent lake effect snow showers continue across the region.
Forecasters expect an additional 3 to 8 inches of snow across higher elevations, with localized totals reaching 10 inches in rural areas north of U.S. Highway 41 and west of Marquette County Road 510.
However, snowfall totals will vary dramatically depending on location.
Warmer temperatures near Lake Superior are expected to limit accumulations to less than an inch along the shoreline, including the city of Marquette.
Conditions will become increasingly hazardous farther inland, particularly along US 41 between Marquette and Negaunee, where accumulating snow and rapidly changing visibility could create difficult driving conditions.
The National Weather Service warns that Thursday morning and evening commutes, along with Friday morning travel, could be significantly affected.
An additional 2 inches of snow was possible during the overnight period, with snowfall intensity expected to increase Thursday afternoon and continue into Thursday night.
Wind gusts could reach 25 mph inland and 35 mph near Lake Superior, potentially reducing visibility during heavier snow showers.
Lake effect snow can produce sharp differences in conditions over short distances, with heavy snowfall in one community while nearby locations experience little precipitation.
Drivers traveling through Marquette, Negaunee, Gwinn, L'Anse and surrounding inland communities should prepare for sudden changes in road conditions.
Motorists are encouraged to reduce speeds, increase following distances and monitor updated weather forecasts before traveling.
The advisory is scheduled to expire at noon Friday, although conditions may vary as snow bands shift.
For updated forecasts, visit weather.gov/mqt .