Gaylord, Michigan – Northern Michigan residents woke up to an early taste of fall as Roscommon recorded a chilly 39 degrees this morning, claiming the region’s coldest spot for the second day of August. Drivers and early risers across Cadillac, Grayling, Houghton Lake, and Atlanta also experienced brisk lows in the low to mid-40s, giving the region a crisp, autumnal feel.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, this cold pocket was centered around Roscommon County, where clear skies and calm winds sent temperatures tumbling overnight. The cool spell stretched from Cadillac and Kalkaska to Grayling, Wellston, and Indian River, prompting some to reach for extra layers and delay turning off their furnaces.
The chill is expected to linger through the week, with overnight lows again dropping into the 40s for much of the northern Lower Peninsula. Drivers should watch for fog on rural roads at dawn, and anyone with sensitive plants should keep them protected at least until Saturday morning. Local school districts have not reported any weather-related delays, but outdoor activities may start off feeling more like October than early August.
More cool nights are likely until the weekend, with temperatures expected to slowly rebound by Sunday. Additional weather advisories could be issued if the chilly pattern persists.
