Gaylord, MI – Snow swirls thick across northern Michigan this morning, cloaking roads, trees, and rooftops in a dense white haze. The steady flakes aren’t easing up anytime soon — forecasters warn that moderate to heavy snow will persist through Thursday morning, with 3–6 inches possible in favored lake effect zones.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, snow showers will continue throughout the day as Arctic air sweeps across Lake Michigan, fueling lake effect bands from Charlevoix to Gaylord and east toward Alpena. Gusty winds up to 30 mph could reduce visibility to near zero at times, making travel hazardous along I-75 and M-32.
Drivers should expect slick, snow-covered roads and rapidly changing visibility, particularly during heavier bursts. Officials urge caution and recommend postponing unnecessary travel until plows can clear the main routes. Wind chills in the single digits will make cleanup efforts frigid for those shoveling out later today.
By Friday, the snow begins to taper, but cold, unsettled conditions remain into the weekend. Another round of snow showers is likely Saturday night into Sunday, adding fresh accumulation for early December travelers.
Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, MI:
- Thursday: Snow showers, high 18°F, 1–2” new snow.
- Friday: Snow likely, high 25°F.
- Saturday: Chance of snow, high 25°F.
- Sunday: Cloudy, high 21°F, snow showers possible.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 22°F.
