UPDATE: A powerful storm is sweeping across the Midwest and Northeast, bringing severe weather hazards that could disrupt post-holiday travel. The same system that drenched California on Christmas is set to unleash heavy rain and snow starting Sunday morning, with significant impacts expected through Monday.
As rain begins to move across Michigan, temperatures in Metro Detroit are forecasted to rise into the 50s, causing rainfall totals to potentially exceed 1 inch by Sunday night. However, this warm spell will be short-lived. An Arctic front will sweep in later Sunday, sharply dropping temperatures and transitioning rain to snow, thereby creating treacherous travel conditions.
Travelers should prepare for rapidly changing weather from Sunday night through Monday, with reports of dense fog and wet roads quickly turning icy as temperatures plummet. The National Weather Service warns of strong winds reaching 40 to 50 mph across Lower Michigan on Monday, which could lead to whiteout conditions and further complicate travel plans.
While snowfall totals in Metro Detroit are expected to remain below 1 inch, blizzard conditions are likely in the Upper Peninsula, where accumulations could reach nearly 1 foot by Monday evening. These adverse conditions could severely impact air travel, with delays anticipated at airports across the Midwest and Great Lakes region.
As this storm progresses, temperatures will only rise into the 20s on Monday, with wind chills dropping into the single digits, marking an abrupt end to the milder weather. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and monitor updates from local authorities as lake-effect snow and below-average temperatures are projected to persist throughout the week.
Stay alert and plan accordingly as this urgent winter storm unfolds. Share this news with fellow travelers to ensure everyone is prepared for the significant weather changes ahead.
