Lake-effect snow showers will strengthen across northern Michigan tonight and continue into Monday morning, posing a risk to travel as high winds combine with short bursts of accumulating snow. According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, localized snowfall of 3 inches or more is expected, with isolated amounts exceeding 6 inches north of the Mackinac Bridge.
According to the Weather Service, the heaviest snowfall is forecast from late tonight until Monday morning, notably in eastern Upper Michigan near Trout Lake, Whitefish Point, Paradise, and the Soo. Widespread totals of 3-6 inches are expected north of the bridge, with 1-3 inches probable from Gaylord to Grayling and south to Cadillac.
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Forecasters say the main danger is not just accumulation but the quick decrease in visibility within stronger bands when winds blow 25 to 40 mph. Blowing snow and crosswinds may make traffic on I-75, M-123, US-2, and M-32 challenging, particularly during the early Sunday and Monday morning commutes.
Localized slick roads, abrupt whiteouts, and shifting snow bands may disrupt travel in northwest lower Michigan, although accumulations are predicted to be light.
Drivers are asked to use caution, particularly in broad regions where blowing snow can quickly obscure roads. Travelers crossing the Mackinac Bridge or heading to the eastern Upper Peninsula should remain vigilant for updates until Monday morning, as conditions can rapidly alter.
