Michigan — Snow flurries whip sideways along Lake Superior this morning as wind rattles road signs near Marquette. Visibility shifts quickly, and the cold settles deep into exposed skin within minutes.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, areas of blowing snow and moderate lake-effect snowfall are expected across central and western Upper Michigan today into tonight. Wind-driven snow may reduce visibility, especially in the northwest snowbelt. Gusts near 25 mph add to difficult travel at times.
Temperatures start near 5 degrees this morning and climb only to around 10 by afternoon. Wind chills remain between 5 and 10 below zero, even during the brightest part of the day. Snow showers become more frequent after midday, with up to a half inch possible today. Slick conditions develop quickly on untreated roads, including US-41 and county highways.
Snow showers continue into tonight as temperatures fall toward zero. Winds stay brisk, allowing blowing snow to linger and visibility to drop unexpectedly. Refreezing becomes widespread after sunset, especially where snow briefly melts during daylight hours.
Thursday keeps the pattern locked in. Lake-effect snow showers remain likely, with another inch possible in favored areas. Highs reach near 11, while wind chills stay between 5 and 15 below zero. Snow tapers slightly Thursday night but does not fully shut off.
Friday brings incremental improvement. Highs reach the mid-teens with fewer snow showers, though clouds remain stubborn. Roads improve slowly, but icy patches persist during the morning.
The weekend offers a noticeable break. Saturday turns mostly sunny with highs near 21. Sunday warms further into the mid-20s, though snow showers may return later in the day.
This setup reflects Arctic air locked over the Great Lakes, now heavily ice-covered. That ice limits extreme lake-effect bursts but prolongs cold across Upper Michigan.
Plan extra travel time today. Expect sudden visibility drops and slick pavement. Seeing heavier snow where you are? Let others know what conditions look like.
Five-Day Outlook for Marquette, Michigan
- Today: Snow showers, windy and cold, high near 10°F
- Thursday: Chance of snow showers, bitter cold, high near 11°F
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, lighter snow chances, high near 16°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, improving, high near 21°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, chance of snow later, high near 26°F
