Michigan will see snow and rain on Monday before temperatures rise

Several inches of wet snow is expected to accumulate in parts of Michigan through Monday night, with some areas possibly receiving more than 6 inches of wet snow, according to the National Weather Service.

While a mix of rain and snow is expected across the southern Lower Peninsula early in the week, the highest snowfall amounts are expected north of M-46.

However, according to the NWS Detroit/Pontiac office, Christmas Day could look a little different as warmer weather sets in and there will be rain over the weekend.

Due to lake effect snow, western Michigan could see 2 to 4 inches of snow accumulation on Monday with temperatures in the high 30s.

Roads could become slippery and messy early this week, and NWS offices across the state are encouraging Michiganders to allow extra travel time for commuting.

How much snow is expected in West Michigan?

The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids issued a winter weather advisory through Monday.

“Low pressure will bring snow and mixed precipitation today with 2 to 4 inches of snow north of I-96 and snow, sleet and freezing rain to the south. Highs will be in the lower 30s,” the weather service said. “Today, wintry weather will see a mix of sleet, snow and freezing rain across southern Lower Michigan, while 2 to 4 inches of snow is expected across central and northern Lower Michigan. Precipitation will taper off to flurries this evening.”

Gradual warming is expected in northern Michigan before Christmas

A winter weather advisory is in effect today for northern Michigan and parts of the UP, the National Weather Service in Gaylord said.

“Snow will continue to spread across the area this morning. There will be heavier, wet snow across the Eastern Highlands for commuters this morning. This heavier western snow will be seen over the northern lowlands a few hours later – more in the mid-morning hours “Drive with caution today as wet snow will result in slushy and slippery roads,” the weather service said.

After today, the National Weather Service in Gaylord is predicting a warmer Christmas this year.

“Skies will be mostly cloudy for most of the week and temperatures will be mild,” the weather service said in a statement on X.

Northern Michigan could see a clipper system

Areas of northern Michigan could see wet snowfall today, thanks to lake effect snow off Lake Michigan and a clipper system, a low pressure system that typically forms in the southern provinces of Canada and quickly descends southeast into the eastern United States and a shot brings cold, arctic air with it.

The National Weather Service issued a severe weather forecast for Monday.

“A system moving through the Great Lakes will produce widespread light, wet snow across south-central Upper Michigan today,” the weather service said.

Expected snowfall until December 24th

In the Lower Peninsula, the weather service predicted lower snowfall amounts for areas further south. Here’s a look at some expectations:

Jalen Williams is a trends reporter for the Detroit Free Press. Contact him at [email protected].

This article originally appeared on the Detroit Free Press: According to the NWS, Michigan will experience widespread light snow through Monday evening