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Winter Storm watches were issued this morning for much of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. They will come into effect Sunday afternoon, in front of a storm system that could bring several inches of thick, wet snow to some parts of the state while spraying other areas of rain.
The big question now is where this rain-snow line will go through the state, said the National Weather Service, as it could create a mess on the roads.
"Traveling could be very difficult," the NWS said. "Dangerous conditions could affect the ride on Monday morning."
The Winter Storm watches take effect Sunday afternoon and evening and extend diagonally across the state, from Allegan County, southwest, to Cheboygan County, through the Mackinac Bridge.
The cities involved include Grand Rapids, Holland, Muskegon, Ludington, Ionia, Manistee, Traverse City, Mount Pleasant, Big Rapids, Houghton Lake, Gaylord, Rogers City and Alpena.
Up to 6 inches of snow are possible in the lower north of Michigan, while it is expected to remain mostly rainy in the south of the state.
The winds will also increase Sunday with gusts of up to 35 mph. In the northern part of the state where snow is expected, this could result in blowing snow and reduced visibility for drivers.
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