Marquette, MI – A powerful winter storm is set to sweep across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula beginning Sunday morning, bringing heavy snow, strong winds, and potential travel disruptions through early Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 8 a.m. Sunday until 8 a.m. Monday for Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties, where 5 to 10 inches of snow is expected along with a light glaze of ice. Wind gusts could reach 45 mph, increasing the risk of power outages and making travel dangerous, especially with blowing snow reducing visibility.
Further south, Iron, Dickinson, and Menominee Counties will see 5 to 7 inches of snow between 10 a.m. Sunday and 7 a.m. Monday, with gusts reaching 35 mph.
The hazardous conditions could significantly impact the Monday morning commute across the region. Motorists are urged to delay travel if possible and keep emergency supplies in vehicles, including flashlights, food, and water.
This storm marks another significant late-season event for the Upper Peninsula, where March snowfalls are not uncommon but still pose considerable challenges. Residents are advised to monitor local updates and prepare for potential power outages and road closures.
