Lake-effect Snow and Whiteout Conditions in the Great Lakes Region; Below-average Temperatures in the East

Heavy lake-effect and lake-enhanced snow will persist downwind of the Great Lakes and produce some whiteout conditions that could cause difficult travel conditions. A coastal low will produce moderate to heavy snow over parts of southern and eastern New England into the afternoon. Below average temperatures are expected across the eastern U.S., particularly with chilly morning temperatures. Read More >

Last Update: 949 AM EST Mon Jan 19 2026

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Grand Rapids, MI Local Forecast Office

11NM SSW Grand Haven MI

Marine Zone Forecast

Rest Of Today
Northwest gales to 40 knots. Snow showers. Heavy freezing spray. Waves 11 to 15 feet.
Tonight
West gales to 35 knots decreasing to 30 knots in the late evening and overnight. Snow showers likely. Heavy freezing spray. Waves 7 to 11 feet.
Tuesday
West winds to 30 knots. Snow showers likely and a chance of light freezing rain. Heavy freezing spray. Waves 6 to 9 feet.
Tuesday Night
Southwest winds 20 to 25 knots backing south after midnight. Mostly cloudy with snow showers. Waves 4 to 6 feet.
Wednesday
Southwest winds to 30 knots veering west in the late morning and afternoon. Snow showers. Waves 6 to 8 feet.
Thursday
West gales to 40 knots. Snow showers likely. Waves 7 to 11 feet.
Friday
Northwest gales to 35 knots decreasing to 30 knots in the late morning and afternoon. Snow showers likely. Waves 6 to 9 feet.



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949 AM EST Mon Jan 19 2026
 
 

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