Michigan – Light snow drifts sideways across Grand Rapids this morning as gusty winds whip through downtown streets and open farmland. Drivers already notice slick spots on bridges and ramps as temperatures hover just above freezing. The blustery start signals a turbulent stretch of March weather across western Michigan, with wind today and a messy mix returning by Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Grand Rapids, a High Wind Warning remains active until 8 p.m., with wind gusts reaching 45 mph across Kent County and much of western Michigan. Winds out of the southwest may push vehicles along US-131, I-196, and I-96, especially on elevated roadways and near Lake Michigan.
Light snow showers continue through the morning before gradually mixing with rain as temperatures climb toward 38 degrees. Gusty winds may reduce visibility briefly where snow bands develop. Drivers should watch for slick pavement during early travel hours.
Conditions calm somewhat tonight as colder air settles in. Temperatures fall to around 25 degrees, and lingering moisture may create patchy icy spots by morning.
Saturday offers a short break from active weather. Skies stay mostly cloudy with highs near 39 degrees. Roads should remain manageable through much of the day across Grand Rapids and nearby communities.
Attention turns to Sunday. A new system pushes moisture into western Michigan early in the day. Snow may begin during the morning before transitioning to a wintry mix of rain, sleet, and freezing rain by midday.
Later Sunday evening, precipitation changes mainly to rain as temperatures rise to the mid-50s. Wet pavement could create slower travel across major routes including I-96 and US-131.
Rain continues into Sunday night before colder air arrives again. By Monday, scattered snow showers redevelop as temperatures fall back toward 39 degrees with breezy conditions.
Traveling Sunday across western Michigan? Conditions could change quickly between snow, ice, and rain. What are you seeing on the roads where you live?
Five Day Outlook for Grand Rapids, Michigan
Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 39°F.
Sunday: Wintry mix changing to rain, breezy, high 56°F.
Sunday Night: Showers continuing, low 29°F.
Monday: Snow showers and breezy, high 39°F.
Tuesday: Chance of snow showers, colder, high 26°F.
