Historic Blizzard March 15-16, 2026
Published 2026-03-25
Review of the Historic 2026 March Blizzard

Active spring pattern across the center of the nation with several rounds of severe thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend. The regions under the greatest threats are the southern Plains into the Mississippi Valley. Meanwhile, dry and breezy conditions with dry fuels are aiding in wildfires across the western High Plains and the Southeast. Wind and some snow for northern Rockies. Read More >
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WFO Marquette is conducting a major system upgrade May 19-21. For more information please see this Public Information Statement
May 14th marks the 20th anniversary of the start of the Dead River Flood.
Overview of the Heavy Lake Effect Snow Event January 5-6, 2022
An area of low pressure developed along an Arctic cold front advancing eastward trough the Upper Midwest, leading to moderate snow over much of Upper Michigan. The snow was initially wet and slushy. However, behind the Arctic front, temperatures plummeted leading to drier snow. Below-normal temperatures then continued for the next 10 days. The cold air behind the front also caused lake effect snow
Preliminary Storm Summary from Aug 9, 2020 severe thunderstorms
This newsletter provides a summary of some of the weather highlights during 2019.
Annual spring storm spotter training presentations will occur in several counties across the U.P. this spring.
Chances of a White Christmas in the United States.
Another round of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms is possible this evening into tonight. Historic flood damage has already occurred in Houghton County this morning. Law Enforcement is encouraging residents to stay off area roadways! An estimated 6 to 7 inches of rain fell early this morning in Houghton County.
Link to the Great Lakes Daily Beach Hazards and Forecasts page.