GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — With an average temperature of 21.3 degrees, the first seven days of December marks the fourth coldest on record in Grand Rapids.
COLD AIR HERE TO STAY
Monday morning saw record low temperatures across portions of Michigan as several cities dipped below 0. In Grand Rapids, the low temperature fell to 1 degree, beating the previous record of 2 degrees in 2005.
While Monday morning was expected to be the coldest point of the week, below-average temperatures are here to stay.
TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY SYSTEMS
The second week of December will bring several systems to West Michigan.
The first round arrives Tuesday morning with the best chance of accumulating snow near and north of I-96. The system will move quickly with only a few inches expected.
A break in the snow will arrive Tuesday afternoonbefore a secondary system slides in Tuesday night. Initially falling as snow, temperatures will warm overnight allowing a transition over to rain.
There is expected to be a relatively sharp cutoff between snow and a wintry mix. Areas near and north of I-96 are still expected to see 4 inches of snow or more.
Wednesday morning brings the best chance for accumulating snow into the week ahead. However, lingering snow chances will likely persist through the weekend.
Stay with Storm Team 8 for the details…