Michigan — Thick morning clouds hang low over the pine ridges south of Gaylord, dimming the first light as a cold, earthy scent pushes through the chill air. Damp pavement reflects the gray sky, signaling a slow-building system that will shape the entire weekend.
Residents step into a mostly sunny start today, but this calm window won’t last. Clouds increase by mid-afternoon as warm air edges north and begins feeding moisture toward the region. Anyone traveling US-131 or preparing early holiday errands should use this quieter stretch wisely. Conditions stay dry through the day, but models hint at rapid deterioration Saturday.
A more potent wave arrives late Saturday morning. Southwest winds strengthen, pulling in enough warm air to spark a messy rain-to-snow mix. This early-season “Winter Tease” may flip between steady rain and sleet before changing to snow by late afternoon. Gusts near 30 mph could reduce visibility north of town. Even though accumulation stays light—under a half inch—slushy patches may develop on rural roads.
Sunday grows colder as the system reorganizes over northern Michigan. Snow showers increase through the day, and brief bursts could coat surfaces, especially near higher terrain west of Gaylord. To be fair, impacts stay scattered, but quick reductions in visibility are possible for those commuting between small towns or heading toward I-75.
Monday keeps the chill, with lingering snow showers early. Tuesday stays cloudy and quiet, offering a small reset before a stronger pre-Thanksgiving pattern develops later next week.
Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, MI:
Fri: 52/40 – Mostly sunny.
Sat: 54/29 – Rain/snow mix; windy.
Sun: 36/26 – Snow showers likely.
Mon: 34/24 – Scattered AM snow.
Tue: 37/25 – Mostly cloudy.
