Grand Rapids, Michigan — Light freezing rain could create slick roads across parts of Lower Michigan overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, a warm front moving north across the state may bring light freezing rain beginning around midnight Saturday and continuing into Sunday morning.
Forecasters say ice accumulations of a few hundredths of an inch are possible across portions of western and central Lower Michigan. While amounts are expected to remain light, even a thin glaze can make roads, bridges, sidewalks, and parking lots slippery.
The weather service noted that freezing rain may develop after midnight as temperatures near the surface remain at or below freezing, while warmer air moves in above the ground. This setup can allow rain to freeze on contact with cold surfaces.
Areas highlighted in the forecast graphic include portions of West Michigan and central Lower Michigan, where ice totals may reach roughly 0.01 to 0.03 inches in some locations.
Travel impacts may become noticeable overnight and into the early morning hours Sunday. Officials encourage drivers to allow extra travel time and remain cautious on untreated roads, especially on bridges and overpasses that tend to freeze first.
Residents are also advised to use caution on sidewalks and steps where light icing could occur.
The potential for slick conditions may be especially relevant for early-morning workers, students, and commuters heading out Sunday morning.
The National Weather Service said conditions will continue to be monitored overnight as the system moves through the region.
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