Detroit, Michigan – A developing band of snow could quickly coat I-75 and I-94 by 9 p.m. Saturday, creating slick travel across much of southeast Michigan before colder air settles in overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac, snow will expand across lower Michigan this evening and persist into the overnight hours. Mild temperatures earlier in the day may cause some initial melting on contact, but readings will steadily fall after sunset, allowing snow to accumulate on untreated roads.
Widespread totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected across metro Detroit, Ann Arbor and Flint. Higher amounts, potentially approaching 3 inches, are possible along the Lake Huron shoreline, including Port Huron, where lake enhancement may intensify snowfall rates for a time.
Motorists on I-75, I-94 and I-69 should prepare for reduced visibility during steadier bursts. Slushy pavement may refreeze as temperatures dip into the teens and lower 20s overnight, increasing the risk for black ice by early Sunday morning.
Snow is expected to taper off late tonight, followed by a colder Sunday with highs mainly in the 20s to near 30 degrees. Drivers should allow extra stopping distance, reduce speed during heavier snow and check MDOT updates before traveling this evening. Additional statements may be issued if snowfall rates increase along the Lake Huron corridor before midnight Saturday.
