Metro Detroit Braces for Winter Storm: What to Expect

Metro Detroit is in for a snowy Sunday. A winter storm is headed our way, and it's going to dump a lot of snow. The weather folks have issued warnings for most of Southeast Michigan. The hardest hit areas will be Sanilac, St. Clair, Macomb, Wayne, and Monroe counties. These places can expect 5 to 7 inches of fresh snow. Other counties like Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Oakland, and Washtenaw will see a bit less, with 3 to 6 inches expected. The snow is coming in waves. Saturday night, we'll see a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain, especially south of I-94. Temperatures will hover around freezing. The snow will really pick up around midnight. By Sunday morning, the snow will be heavy, especially on the east side of Southeast Michigan, near Lake Huron. The wind will pick up too, making it feel even colder. Sunday's snow will add up. By the end of the day, many places in Metro Detroit could see 5 to 7 inches of snow on the ground. That's on top of the 1 to 3 inches that fell on Saturday. The wind will make the snow drift, reducing visibility in some areas. The cold won't let up anytime soon. Monday, also known as Presidents' Day, will be brutally cold. Temperatures will struggle to reach the teens. Wind chills will make it feel even colder. The rest of the week won't be much better. Tuesday and Wednesday will also be cold, with highs in the teens and lows around 0 degrees. There's a chance of more snow showers too. The good news is that by Thursday and Friday, temperatures will start to climb. They'll reach the mid-20s, but that's still below average for this time of year. The normal high is 37 degrees, and the normal low is 22 degrees. So, while it won't be as cold as Monday, it will still be chilly. Be prepared for the snow and cold. Make sure to dress warmly and drive carefully. The roads will be slick, and visibility will be low in some areas. Stay safe out there!