The snowstorm that swept into Metro Detroit on Wednesday has transformed the weather across Southeast Michigan. Started on January 14, 2026, the precipitation turned to snow in the late morning and early afternoon.
Current Weather Conditions
Temperatures hovered in the mid-20s during the day. Winds from the northwest ranged from 10 to 15 mph, creating wind chills around 20 degrees.
Snow Accumulation and Forecast
An updated forecast indicates that snowfall totals could increase. Many areas may receive an additional 1 to 2 inches on top of the already fallen 1 to 3 inches. In certain regions, especially near Lake Huron, totals could reach as high as 6 inches due to lake effect snow.
- Additional snowfall: 1-2 inches expected
- Current totals: 1-3 inches
- Possible higher totals: up to 6 inches for Thumb and Lake Huron areas
Winter Weather Advisory
A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Metro Detroit until 10 p.m. tonight. Sanilac County’s advisory will conclude at 10 a.m. on Thursday.
Travel Conditions
Road conditions are likely to be hazardous. Untreated surfaces will be slick, so caution is advised while driving.
Looking Ahead
The snow is expected to taper off by Wednesday night, except for some lingering lake effect snow in the Thumb region. Overnight temperatures will drop to around 10 degrees, with wind chills potentially dipping to 0 degrees by Thursday morning.
On Thursday, some sunshine is anticipated before the probability of snow returns on Friday.
