Marquette, MI – Lake-effect snow is sweeping across Upper and Northern Michigan today, with several Winter Weather Advisories in effect through 7 a.m. Monday. Forecasters warn that rapidly shifting conditions, strong winds, and sudden whiteouts could make travel dangerous on major corridors across the region.
According to the National Weather Service offices in Marquette and Gaylord, bands of lake-effect snow will continue to strengthen through Sunday morning before expanding inland this afternoon. Advisories are active for Luce, Presque Isle, Alpena, Western Chippewa, Western and Eastern Mackinac, Antrim, Kalkaska, Crawford, and Roscommon counties.
Snow accumulations will vary widely due to squall placement.
- Luce County: An additional 2–5 inches with gusts up to 40 mph.
- Presque Isle & Alpena counties: 1–4 inches, locally higher, with strong winds reducing visibility.
- Western Chippewa & Mackinac counties: 3–6 inches, locally higher in heavier bands.
- Antrim, Kalkaska, Crawford & Roscommon counties: 2–4 inches, with gusts up to 35 mph.
According to the NWS, frequent squalls may create quick drops in visibility, with conditions varying dramatically over short distances. Travel impacts are likely on several key routes, including M-28, M-123, I-75, US-131, M-72, and US-23, especially in known lake-effect corridors.
Forecasters warn that roads—including bridges and overpasses—may become slick quickly as bursts of snow move through. The hazardous conditions may strongly impact the Monday morning commute across the region.
Drivers are urged to slow down, use caution, and prepare for sudden whiteouts. The NWS advises checking Michigan 511 for real-time road updates and keeping emergency supplies in your vehicle.
