Michigan roads across Marquette County are turning slick as heavy snow and pockets of freezing rain sweep across the central Upper Peninsula this morning. Headlights glow through freezing fog at Sawyer International Airport, where temperatures sit near 30 degrees.
Snow is falling heavy at times.
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 7 p.m. this evening. According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, additional snow totals of 4 to 7 inches are expected, with up to 10 inches possible in higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga counties. Ice accumulations between one-tenth and one-quarter inch are also possible, especially in eastern Dickinson and southern Marquette counties.
Travel could become very difficult.
Snow rates may intensify over higher elevations through midday. Gusts near 20 mph will create areas of blowing snow, reducing visibility along US-41 and M-28. Slippery surfaces are likely for both the morning and evening commutes.
Delay nonessential travel if possible.
Snow showers continue tonight with lows near 25. Additional light accumulation of 2 to 4 inches is possible. Saturday stays unsettled with snow showers and a high near 28. Lake-enhanced snow lingers into Sunday, when highs struggle into the mid-20s and patchy blowing snow develops.
Monday turns colder with highs near 18 and mostly cloudy skies. By midweek, readings gradually rebound toward the upper 20s and lower 30s. The 6–10 day outlook favors moderating temperatures, hinting at gradual early spring improvement late next week.
Watch for flash freezing after sunset where roads briefly melt.
Five Day Outlook for Marquette:
Saturday: Snow showers, high 28.
Sunday: Chance of snow, high 24.
Monday: Mostly cloudy, high 18.
Tuesday: Snow showers likely, high 27.
Wednesday: Chance of snow, high 28.
