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Mild temperatures with rain and snow are forecasted across Michigan’s regions today.
Mild temperatures with rain and snow are forecasted across Michigan’s regions today.
Mild temperatures with rain and snow are forecasted across Michigan’s regions today.
Mild temperatures with rain and snow are forecasted across Michigan’s regions today.
- Today: Temperatures will be 5 to 10 degrees above normal, with highs in the mid-40s.
- Tonight: Rain is expected to begin late tonight and continue into mid-afternoon Monday.
- Tuesday: Slightly colder air arrives, with a chance of sprinkles or flurries.
- Midweek: Temperatures will drop below normal, increasing the likelihood of snow showers.
Michigan Weather Forecast: Southwest Michigan Details
Southwest Michigan — Issued by the National Weather Service at 2:42 AM EST on December 8, 2024.
Light Rain and Drizzle Followed by Lake Effect Snow
- Sunday Night into Monday: Light rain and drizzle are expected, especially south of I-96.
- Tuesday through Thursday: Colder temperatures will bring lake effect snow showers, with potential accumulations in areas near Lake Michigan.
Northern Lower Michigan Weather Overview
Northern Lower Michigan — Issued by the National Weather Service at 6:32 AM EST on December 8, 2024.
Mixed Precipitation and Wintry Mix Expected
- Tonight: Mixed precipitation is expected, with minor snow accumulations north of M-32.
- Monday into Monday Night: A wintry mix of precipitation is anticipated, potentially impacting travel.
- Midweek: Accumulating lake effect snow is expected, particularly in areas favorable for lake effect precipitation.
Upper Peninsula: Snow and Wind Warnings
Upper Peninsula — Issued by the National Weather Service at 6:26 AM EST on December 8, 2024.
Wet Snowfall and Gale Force Winds
- Late Today into Tonight: Wet snowfall is expected, with widespread accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, mainly away from the lakeshores. Higher amounts, up to 5 inches, are possible in the high terrain of the Keweenaw Peninsula and up to 4 inches in north-central Upper Michigan west of Marquette.
- Late Tonight into Monday: Southeast gale force winds of 35 to 40 knots are expected in north-central and eastern Lake Superior.
- Midweek: A return to below-normal temperatures is anticipated, with potential for additional snowfall.
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