How much snow will fall this weekend? Map shows snow totals forecasted in Southeast Michigan
A winter storm with the potential to drop considerable snow began moving over Southeast Michigan on Saturday afternoon.
Snow amounts are mainly at a minimum of around 5 inches. We expect the heaviest snow to fall in the western two-thirds of our area, while the portions closest to the water max out at just an inch less.
Overall, the difference is minor once the snow is said and done.
Snow began in the afternoon on Saturday, and was expected to truly accumulate between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Between 8 p.m. and 2 a.m., the snow was expected to fall the heaviest, with most accumulation occurring during this window.
By approximately 9 a.m. on Sunday, the snow is mostly finished with only minor snow showers left through the day.
Winter headlines have been issued by the National Weather Service for this winter storm.
A winter storm warning, denoted in Pink on the map, is in effect for Livingston, Washtenaw, and Lenawee counties. Winter weather advisories are in effect for the rest of the region.
Police in Auburn Hills say the city has declared a snow emergency, which will be in effect from 12 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Sunday. City officials in South Lyon have a similar declaration, which is in effect until 1 p.m. Sunday.
The bottom line is travel will be tough Saturday night, and likely Sunday morning as well, but conditions should improve by late morning as the snow exits from west to east.
If you are planning to travel on Sunday, the afternoon is likely the best time to do so. However, winds will shift from the northwest and become gusty on Sunday afternoon with gusts near 30 mph.
For anyone planning to travel on Sunday morning, watch CBS News Detroit from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. for live updates on weather and road conditions.
Stay with the NEXT Weather Team for updates as our first storm of the season approaches.