GAYLORD, Michigan – A thin veil of early-season snow brushed across northern Michigan this morning, hinting at winter’s slow arrival. Streets glistened damp under dim skies as temperatures hovered in the mid-30s. For now, it’s a light tease — a reminder that the first full winter push is still waiting in the wings.
The National Weather Service reports a slight chance of snow showers through early Friday, tapering off by midday as winds turn west near 10 mph. Highs will settle near 40°F, chilly enough for slick spots in shaded or elevated areas. Friday night stays cold, dropping into the upper 20s, with another brief window for flurries before skies clear.
This weekend looks calmer and sunnier, with highs reaching the low to mid-40s under partly to mostly sunny skies. Roads and visibility will improve for early Thanksgiving travel, though the next weather shift looms just beyond. By Monday, cloud cover increases and showers return late in the day, potentially bringing a light mix of rain and snow Monday night into Tuesday morning.
While totals look minor, the broader pattern shows a stronger cold front sweeping the Midwest next week. Long-range models suggest heavier snow potential (3”–8”) across the Upper Great Lakes from November 25 to December 2, signaling a winter-like turn for Thanksgiving week.
Five-Day Forecast for Gaylord, MI:
Fri: 40/27 – Scattered snow showers early.
Sat: 39/32 – Partly sunny, calm.
Sun: 45/29 – Mostly sunny, seasonable.
Mon: 45/37 – Increasing clouds; light rain late.
Tue: 47/33 – Showers likely, possible mix north.
