Michigan steps into a snowy, wind-stirred morning as fresh flakes drift across Detroit’s neighborhoods and coat the pavement with a thin, uneven sheen. The air feels sharp, visibility tightens around streetlights, and every gust pushes loose powder across the road—an early signal that December winter weather is fully taking hold.
A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m., with up to 2 inches of additional accumulation still possible. Roads may turn slick quickly, especially on untreated stretches, ramps, and intersections across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties. Anyone traveling early should expect slower travel on I-75, I-94, and the Lodge, where brief heavier bursts can briefly drop visibility under a mile.
Winds also matter. Gusts approach 35 mph, creating scattered blowing snow that can hide icy patches. Plan extra time if traveling for work or returning from holiday visits, and give yourself more space to brake. Meteorologists note that temperatures hovering near freezing can trigger flash-freeze pockets, especially where snowfall melts and quickly refreezes under shaded areas or bridges.
For now, the steadiest snow fades by late morning, but conditions stay cold and unsettled. Monday brings another measurable snow chance, with accumulations near 1–2 inches possible again as a weak low pressure system sweeps through the Ohio Valley. Models hint at a narrow band of steadier Monday snow that could affect the Tuesday morning commute if temperatures dip faster than expected.
By Tuesday afternoon, skies gradually brighten, though cold air lingers. Highs sit in the lower 30s—classic early-December chill ahead of a quiet but cold midweek stretch.
Five-Day Outlook
Today: Snow ending by 10 a.m.; high 36.
Monday: Snow likely; high 31.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy; high 32.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy; high 32.
Thursday: Partly sunny; high 28.
