Michigan starts the day under a steel-gray sky as cold air grips Gaylord. Temperatures sit near 13 degrees this morning, with wind chills around 4 degrees. The breeze feels sharp across open fields in Otsego County.
Highs only reach about 16 degrees today with partial sunshine. Northwest winds gust near 25 mph at times. Roads look mainly dry now, but untreated spots remain icy in shaded areas. Drivers should stay alert through the late morning.
Tonight drops near zero under partly cloudy skies. Any melted snow from daylight hours can refreeze quickly. Flash freezing becomes a concern after sunset, especially on rural roads and sidewalks.
Tuesday brings the main Winter Weather impact. Snow showers develop early, then intensify during the afternoon. Periods of heavy snow are possible. Total accumulation between 2 and 3 inches is expected. Winds shift south at 5 to 15 mph, gusting to 30 mph. Blowing snow may reduce visibility along I-75 and M-32.
Tuesday night stays active with additional snow showers and lows near 17 degrees. Wednesday keeps scattered snow showers in the picture, with highs in the mid-20s. Conditions gradually calm by Wednesday night.
Thursday turns partly sunny with highs in the upper 20s. Friday moderates into the lower 40s, offering a brief taste of spring warmth. The 6-to-10-day outlook favors above-normal temperatures into early March across northern Michigan.
Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, Michigan:
Today: Partly sunny, high 16.
Tuesday: Snow, 2–3 inches, high mid-20s.
Wednesday: Snow showers, high mid-20s.
Thursday: Partly sunny, high upper 20s.
Friday: Partly sunny, high lower 40s.
