L’ANSE, Mich. – Snow continues to blanket the western Upper Peninsula this morning, driven by persistent lake-effect bands pushing inland from Lake Superior. The steady accumulation is expected to last into Monday afternoon, coating roads and making travel difficult, particularly through the higher terrain east of Baraga.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, a Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 1 p.m. Monday for Baraga and Southern Houghton Counties. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches are expected, with the heaviest totals across the elevated ridges of eastern Baraga County. Wind gusts and shifting snow bands will continue to reduce visibility and create uneven conditions across the region.
Drivers traveling along U.S. 41, M-28, and M-38 should prepare for snow-covered roads and rapidly changing visibility, especially during the Monday morning commute. The National Weather Service warns that even short bursts of heavy snow could quickly cover treated roadways, leading to slick spots and minor drifting in open areas.
Residents are urged to use caution, slow down, and allow extra time for travel. Though totals are moderate, the storm is a reminder of how quickly lake-effect snow can intensify during early November.
Snow will taper through midday Monday as winds turn northerly and drier air moves in, but cold temperatures will linger across the U.P. into midweek before the next weak system approaches late in the week.
