Michigan — Gray skies hang low over northern Michigan this morning, with damp air clinging to roads and trees around Gaylord. The cold bites just enough to keep surfaces slick, while a larger winter system begins lining up to the west.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, temperatures hover near 30 degrees early today. Patchy fog lingers through late morning, briefly reducing visibility on rural roads and stretches of M-32 and I-75. Ice jams on area rivers may also lead to localized flooding, especially in low spots and near bends in waterways.
Conditions stay mostly quiet into the afternoon. Temperatures rise into the low 40s, allowing some melting. Roads improve for a time, though damp pavement remains common. For now, travel stays manageable, but drivers should stay alert in shaded areas.
Rain arrives tonight, becoming steadier as temperatures climb toward the mid-40s. By Friday morning, rain mixes with snow, then gradually shifts back toward snow showers as colder air pushes in. Winds pick up, with gusts near 30 mph possible. Visibility may drop briefly during heavier bursts.
Friday night turns colder and calmer, setting the stage for a more impactful winter pattern. Attention turns to Saturday, when snow showers become more persistent. Latest guidance shows accumulating snow likely, with heavier bands possible at times during the afternoon and evening.
Saturday night brings the highest concern. Snow could fall heavily at times, reducing visibility and making roads snow-covered quickly. Travel conditions may deteriorate fast, especially on untreated highways and secondary roads.
Sunday stays cold and cloudy, with lingering snow showers possible. Highs struggle into the mid-20s, keeping snow in place and roads slick.
Plan ahead for weekend travel, keep winter gear handy, and monitor updates as snowfall details sharpen. Are you preparing for snow where you live around Gaylord?
Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, Michigan
• Today: Patchy fog early, partly sunny, high near 41.
• Friday: Rain changing to snow showers, breezy, high near 45.
• Saturday: Snow showers, possibly heavy at times, high near 30.
• Sunday: Mostly cloudy, lingering snow showers, high near 24.
• Monday: Mostly cloudy and cold, high near 32.
