Marquette, MI – A winter weather advisory remains in effect across parts of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula as lake effect snow and dangerously cold wind chills persist into Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service, Keweenaw County is expected to receive 1 to 4 inches of snow between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday. Northern Houghton County could see up to 5 inches, primarily along the Keweenaw spine and westward. Ontonagon, Alger, Luce, and Northern Schoolcraft counties may experience snow accumulations of 1 to 6 inches through early Tuesday morning, particularly along and north of M-28.
Wind chills are forecast to plunge as low as -45°F in Ontonagon County, with exposed skin at risk of frostbite within 10 minutes. Other counties, including Alger and Luce, will face wind chills of -30°F, posing similar risks in under 30 minutes.
Roads are expected to remain slippery, impacting both morning and evening commutes. Drivers are urged to slow down and use caution. Residents should dress warmly and keep a winter survival kit in vehicles when traveling.
The advisory for Northern Houghton County extends until 1 p.m. Tuesday, while other affected areas remain under advisory until 7 a.m. Tuesday.
