Northern Michigan Snow: Blowing Snow and Cold Wind Chills Through Saturday Night

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Gaylord, MI – Snow and gusty winds will impact Northern Michigan through the weekend, bringing potential travel hazards and bitter wind chills. Light snow is expected Wednesday night, increasing in intensity on Thursday with strong wind gusts up to 40 mph.

According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, snowfall will continue into Thursday evening, causing potential visibility issues and drifting snow on roads. New accumulation is expected to be less than an inch Thursday but could increase over the weekend. Saturday will bring additional snow, with an 80% chance of accumulation.

Wind chill values will drop as low as -4°F by Thursday night, creating hazardous conditions for those outdoors. Drivers should be prepared for slippery roads, especially on highways like I-75 and M-32.

Looking ahead, snow showers will persist into Sunday, with high temperatures struggling to reach the low 20s. Monday and Tuesday will remain mostly cloudy with overnight lows dipping to the single digits.

Residents should plan for cold conditions and occasional snow through early next week. Travelers are urged to check weather updates and drive cautiously as winter weather continues to impact the region.