MARQUETTE, Mich. – Gusts are already bending trees and sweeping across the frozen shoreline of Lake Superior this morning, signaling the first true bite of November wind. Waves crash along the rocky coast, spraying icy mist across harbor walls as gray clouds race inland.
The National Weather Service in Marquette has issued a Wind Advisory through midnight for Marquette County, with southwest winds blowing 15 to 25 mph and gusts reaching 45 mph in some northern areas. The strongest gusts are expected north of the Michigan–Ishpeming line, especially near open water and higher terrain. These winds could topple small branches, blow around unsecured outdoor items, and cause isolated power outages.
Travel may be difficult along US-41 and M-28, particularly for high-profile vehicles. Lakeshore flooding remains possible along the Lake Michigan side of the Upper Peninsula as water levels respond to today’s strong push of southwest flow. Residents near the shore should keep drainage clear and avoid standing near piers or jetties during peak winds.
Conditions ease by early Monday with calmer air and sunshine returning. Temperatures will hold in the upper 40s to low 50s early in the week before clouds increase again by Tuesday. Scattered showers are possible midweek as another weak disturbance crosses northern Michigan.
For now, the Upper Peninsula is experiencing a classic November transition — the tug-of-war between fall’s lingering warmth and winter’s first chill. While no snow is expected yet, patterns driven by a developing La Niña suggest that stronger cold fronts and early snow chances could arrive by mid-month, just in time for the region’s first winter headlines of the season.
Five-Day Forecast for Marquette, MI:
Sun: 48/42 – Mostly sunny; windy, gusts to 45 mph.
Mon: 52/39 – Sunny; breezy and mild.
Tue: 53/39 – Increasing clouds; chance of showers late.
Wed: 51/34 – Cloudy; scattered showers.
Thu: 50/38 – Partly sunny; cooler breeze.
