Gaylord, MI – A clipper system moving through northern Michigan this weekend is expected to bring snow, freezing rain, and icy conditions, creating travel concerns across the region. The system is forecasted to drop one to three inches of wet snow, particularly in snowbelt areas, starting Friday afternoon and continuing through Sunday morning.
According to the National Weather Service, snow showers will increase throughout the day Saturday, with the heaviest accumulation likely along the Tip of the Mitt and eastern Upper Peninsula. Roads, including major highways like US-31 and I-75, may become slippery due to freezing rain and dense fog overnight into Sunday. Travelers are urged to monitor conditions and drive cautiously.
Temperatures are expected to range from lows in the 20s overnight to highs in the mid-30s by Saturday afternoon. Saturday night brings a 30% chance of a wintry mix, with patchy fog reducing visibility for drivers. On Sunday, a brief reprieve with cloudy skies and a high of 39°F will be followed by another storm system late Sunday into Monday. This second system could bring freezing rain before transitioning to rain and snow by Monday evening.
Residents should prepare for potential delays, icy sidewalks, and limited visibility. Keep an eye on updated forecasts and consider postponing non-essential travel during peak weather hours.
The extended outlook predicts cooler temperatures early next week, with highs in the low 30s and ongoing chances for snow through Tuesday.
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