Metro Detroit Snow Forecast: What to Expect This Weekend (November 2025)

First Measurable Snow:: Metro Detroit is likely to see its first measurable snowfall of the season this weekend.

Snowfall Amounts:: Northwest suburbs could see up to 2 inches, while areas along Lake Michigan's shoreline may receive 3-6 inches or more. The central UP could see the heaviest snow accumulation, from Nov. 7-10.

Timing:: Snow is expected to begin late Saturday night and continue through Sunday, with off and on snow persisting Monday and Tuesday due to lake effect bands.

Temperature Drop:: Temperatures will fall from the 40s on Saturday to the 30s on Sunday, with wind chills dropping into the 20s by Monday morning.

Metro Detroit: Expect a possible wintry mix followed by snowfall, with the best chances for accumulation on Sunday evening. Roads should stay mainly wet, but grassy areas may see some accumulation, especially northwest of Detroit. Around 1 inch of accumulation is expected by Monday.

West Michigan (Ludington, St. Joseph): Lake effect snow will bring the heaviest snowfall, with potential accumulations of 3-6 inches in Ludington and 2-8 inches in St. Joseph.

Upper Peninsula (Munising, Marquette): The central UP is forecast to receive the most significant snowfall, with Munising potentially seeing 5-7 inches and up to 15 inches in some localized areas. Marquette could get 3-11 inches of snow by Monday.

Northern Michigan (Gaylord, Traverse City, Alpena): Snowfall amounts will vary, with Gaylord expecting 1-3 inches, Traverse City 3-10 inches, and Alpena 1-5 inches.

Prepare for potentially slippery road conditions, especially on Sunday and Monday.

Allow extra travel time and drive cautiously.

Ensure your vehicle is winter-ready with appropriate tires and fluids.

Stay updated on the latest weather forecasts from local news sources.

Remember that the first snowfall date in Metro Detroit is November 16, so winter is coming!