Michigan – Snow drifts sideways across open stretches near Lake Superior this morning as Marquette wakes to biting cold and reduced visibility. Light snow continues, driven by northwest winds, while temperatures hover near 7 degrees. Wind chills dip close to 10 degrees below zero, making the air feel sharp and unforgiving.
The National Weather Service in Marquette reports lake-effect snow and blowing snow lingering through the morning hours. Visibility may briefly fall below a half mile, especially in open areas and along higher terrain. Drivers on U.S. 41 and M-28 should expect sudden whiteouts and slick pavement early today. Slow down and leave extra space between vehicles.
Conditions gradually improve later this morning as snow coverage becomes more isolated. Skies turn mostly sunny by afternoon, though highs struggle to reach the low teens. Any melting remains minimal. As winds ease, travel conditions stabilize, but untreated roads stay icy.
Tonight brings another shift. Clouds thicken, and snow showers redevelop, especially after sunset. Lows fall near 4 degrees, allowing fresh snow to bond quickly to road surfaces. Flash freezing remains a concern wherever daytime melting occurred.
Sunday starts cloudy with lingering snow showers early, then trends drier by afternoon. Highs reach the mid-20s, offering modest relief. Sunday night stays cold but calmer, setting the stage for a milder pattern early next week.
Monday marks the beginning of a February thaw. Temperatures climb into the low to mid-30s with additional chances for snow showers. Snow turns wetter and heavier, and slushy roads replace powdery accumulations. Tuesday remains mostly cloudy but seasonable, with highs near 35 degrees.
Looking ahead into the six- to ten-day window, above-normal temperatures are favored across Upper Michigan. Lake ice coverage remains extensive, but a gradual thaw could limit prolonged lake-effect snow events as mid-February unfolds.
Heading out this morning? Prepare for rapidly changing conditions and tell us how visibility looks where you are.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Marquette, Michigan
- Today: Isolated snow showers, windy early. High near 13°F.
- Tonight: Chance of snow showers. Low near 4°F.
- Sunday: Mostly cloudy, early snow showers. High near 26°F.
- Monday: Chance of snow showers, milder. High near 34°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. High near 35°F.
