Michigan SNOW REPORT
April 19 2024
Snowpack levels across the state are currently 18% of normal.
The deepest snowpack in Michigan
was last observed at
Gaylord 9Ssw
with a
snowpack depth of
2”,
about 18%
of normal when compared to it's
11"
average depth for this time of year.
Gaylord 9Ssw,
perched at an elevation of
1,460 ft.,
is currently experiencing some of the coldest temps in
Michigan
with air temps last recorded at
51 degrees.
More snowfall is expected this week, and areas like
Wwtp
are forecasted to receive up to
9"
of snowfall in the next 5 days.
Snowpack conditions in Michigan vary across the state's mountain ranges, including the Porcupine Mountains, Huron Mountains, and the Keweenaw Peninsula. These regions typically receive heavy snowfall due to the lake-effect from Lake Superior. As for snow runoff, the Upper Peninsula rivers such as the Ontonagon, Sturgeon, and Huron provide water for various watersheds.
Michigan's winter climate is characterized by cold temperatures, averaging around 24°F (-4°C), and significant snow accumulation. The state experiences an average of 60 to 80 inches of snow annually, with the highest amounts recorded in the Upper Peninsula. Interesting snow science facts in Michigan include the Lake-Effect Snow Machine, where cold air passing over the warmer waters of the Great Lakes triggers intense snowfall. Additionally, Michigan is home to the National Weather Service's Marquette Weather Forecast Office, known for its expertise in snowfall forecasting.
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