Michigan Braces for Significant Winter Storm Midweek
Michigan Braces for Significant Winter Storm Midweek
US · Published Feb 17, 2026
Michigan experiences mild weather before a significant winter storm hits midweek.
The Upper Peninsula is expected to receive the heaviest snowfall, potentially exceeding six inches.
Gale Watches have been issued for Lake Superior due to heavy snow and strong winds.
Mild start, abrupt end with winter storm
Michigan is currently experiencing unseasonably mild temperatures early in the week, with highs reaching into the 50s and approaching 60°F (15°C) in the southern parts. However, this short break from the cold will end quickly as a significant winter storm is expected to hit the state by late Tuesday or early Wednesday. Reports from MLive.com indicate the coming storm will bring a complex combination of snow, ice, and rain to Michigan.
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