Marquette, Michigan – Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula this afternoon and evening, bringing the potential for hail and strong, potentially damaging wind gusts. Residents should prepare for unsettled conditions, especially in the western UP.
According to the US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan, there is a marginal risk (1 of 5) for severe weather from 2 PM EDT until 8 PM EDT today, Thursday, June 19. Uncertainty remains in the exact placement and timing of the strongest storms, with the highest likelihood of impact near the Wisconsin border.
Specific hazards include a 5-15% chance of 1-inch or greater hail within 25 miles of a point in the interior western UP, and a 5-15% chance of damaging winds within 25 miles of a point in the same region. Cities like Ironwood, Park Falls, and Ashland could experience the most significant impacts. Travelers on US-2 or M-28 in these areas should exercise caution due to potential sudden downpours and reduced visibility.
Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor objects and stay informed through local weather alerts. Another round of strong to severe storms is possible late Friday into early Saturday. Warnings remain in effect through Thursday evening.
