Michigan — Light flakes drift across pine-lined roads this morning as northern Lower Michigan remains locked in midwinter.
Gaylord wakes up near 10 degrees, with isolated lake-effect snow showers brushing the area early. Roads look quiet, but packed snow and refrozen patches linger, especially on untreated stretches of US-131 and M-32. Calm winds help snow settle, keeping visibility locally reduced at times.
Clouds dominate today, holding afternoon highs near 20 degrees. Any daytime melting stays limited. Once the sun lowers, refreezing accelerates quickly, setting up slick conditions for the evening commute. Drivers should watch bridges, hills, and shaded curves closely.
Tonight turns colder. Temperatures fall near 12 degrees, and clouds remain thick. Conditions stay dry for a time, but changes arrive quickly on Thursday.
By Thursday afternoon, snow becomes more likely as a stronger system moves in. Snow develops first as light flakes, then increases into the evening. Highs reach the mid-20s, but accumulation begins to add up by nightfall. Travel conditions deteriorate after sunset as roads become snow-covered.
Thursday night brings steadier snow, with additional accumulation possible into early Friday. Winds increase from the southwest, blowing snow across open areas and lowering visibility. Friday stays blustery and cold, with highs near 28 degrees and snow showers continuing at times.
Friday night marks the most dangerous period. Arctic air surges in, dropping temperatures below zero by Saturday morning. Wind chills plunge even lower, creating bitter conditions for anyone outdoors. Loose snow refreezes hard, increasing traction problems.
Saturday offers sunshine but little warmth. Highs struggle to reach 11 degrees. Saturday night brings another chance of snow, followed by gradual improvement Sunday, with highs near 20 degrees.
Looking ahead, a warming trend appears possible early next week as temperatures slowly rebound. Still, winter remains firmly in control for now. Are you already seeing drifting snow or icy spots where you live?
Five-Day Outlook for Gaylord, Michigan
- Today: Cloudy; high near 20
- Thursday: Snow develops; high near 26
- Friday: Snow and wind; high near 28
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, very cold; high near 11
- Sunday: Partly sunny; high near 20
