Upper Peninsula Sees First Measurable Snow
Snowfall began Thursday in parts of the Upper Peninsula, with Mount Arvon recording 3.5 inches.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Current Conditions
The first measurable snow of the season fell in parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Thursday and continued into Friday. Mount Arvon recorded 3.5 inches, and some areas had more than 2 inches on the ground.
Why it matters
The early-season snow marks the start of cold-weather conditions for residents across the Upper Peninsula and northern Michigan. Forecasters expect the snow to melt quickly as temperatures warm.
Measured snowfall ranged from 1.5 inches at the NWS Marquette office to 3.5 inches at Mount Arvon, with more than 2 inches on the ground in some areas. Forecasters have not indicated how long any remaining snow will persist beyond the expected taper-off.
The players
National Weather Service Marquette
The National Weather Service office in Marquette reported 1.5 inches of snow and serves as a forecasting office for the Upper Peninsula.
Mount Arvon
Mount Arvon is Michigan's highest natural point, located in the Huron Mountains of Baraga County.
The details
Snow began falling Thursday in parts of the Upper Peninsula, with most of it wet and changing over from rain. Heavier totals fell on the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga counties, and snowfall continued into Friday.
Timeline
Thursday, November 5, 2026: First measurable snow began falling in the Upper Peninsula.
Friday, November 6, 2026: Snowfall continued in the Upper Peninsula.
Seasonal Patterns
The 1.5 inches recorded at the National Weather Service office in Marquette and the 3.5 inches at Mount Arvon are official observations from the regional network. These totals mark an early-season event, and the stub does not indicate how they compare to historical averages for the region.
Drivers in the Upper Peninsula should expect wet and slick roads where snow is still sticking, particularly on high terrain in Marquette and Baraga counties. Residents should monitor conditions as temperatures warm through the weekend.
The takeaway
Early-season snow in the Upper Peninsula is expected to melt as temperatures climb back into the 50s by Sunday and Monday. Residents can plan for a brief cold snap followed by a return to above-normal daytime highs.
Further reading
For ongoing updates on how these conditions are developing, see Current Conditions for Michigan.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Mlive.
