Marquette, MI – Poor air quality will persist across central and western Upper Michigan today, with the risk of thunderstorms increasing by Tuesday afternoon. Smoke from regional wildfires is keeping fine particulate levels in the “unhealthy for sensitive groups” range, prompting health officials to advise limiting outdoor activity.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, the air quality advisory remains in effect through noon Tuesday for counties including Marquette, Houghton, Keweenaw, Gogebic, Delta, and Alger. Sensitive individuals, especially those with heart or lung conditions, should avoid strenuous outdoor work, keep windows closed, and run air conditioning with high-grade filters if available.
Tuesday’s cold front will bring showers and possible thunderstorms from late morning through evening. Gusty winds and brief heavy rain may impact travel along U.S. 41, M-28, and smaller county roads. Outdoor events, especially in lakefront communities, could see delays or cancellations.
Air quality is expected to improve midweek as drier, cleaner air moves in, leaving sunny and pleasant conditions for Wednesday and Thursday. Additional weather alerts may be issued if storm intensity increases on Tuesday.
Five Day Forecast for Marquette, MI:
- Monday: Hazy with smoke, mostly sunny. High 80°F, low 65°F.
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, especially midday to evening. High 82°F, low 61°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny and breezy. High 71°F, low 55°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and mild. High 75°F, low 64°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers. High 84°F, low 67°F.
