Michigan greets the morning with biting air and low visibility as fog hangs over frozen pavement along Lake Superior. In Marquette, temperatures sit near 19 degrees, and wind chills dip into the low teens, setting the stage for a tricky day.
According to the National Weather Service in Marquette, a weak cold front moves west to east across the Upper Peninsula later today. As it passes, a brief period of freezing rain and snow may develop, mainly during the afternoon and early evening. The chance of freezing rain remains low, but even a short burst could create slick roads.
Snow showers may follow behind the front. Accumulation stays light, generally under a half inch, but untreated roads can turn slick fast. Drivers along US-41, M-28, and local streets should stay alert, especially near intersections and bridges.
Visibility improves at times today, though patchy fog lingers. Winds remain light, keeping cold air locked in place. Conditions quiet down tonight, with lows falling into the mid-20s and only a slight chance of lingering snow showers.
Wednesday brings a break. Sunshine returns, and highs climb into the mid-30s. That calmer stretch extends into Thursday, offering improved travel and outdoor conditions across central Upper Michigan.
Attention then turns to late week and the weekend. Another round of snow showers becomes more likely Friday night into Saturday. While major accumulation is not expected yet, repeated light snow could coat roads and sidewalks. With daytime melting possible, refreezing after dark raises the risk for black ice.
Winter continues tightening its grip during the first full week of 2026. Conditions may shift quickly as systems pass through.
Five-Day Outlook for Marquette, Michigan
- Today: Chance of snow showers late, highs near 33°
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 36°
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 38°
- Friday: Mostly sunny early, snow showers possible late, high near 34°
- Saturday: Snow showers likely, colder, high near 30°
