- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Winter Weather Advisory Issued for West Michigan
Snowfall, strong winds, and treacherous travel conditions expected through Tuesday
Mar. 16, 2026 at 12:20pm
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
A late-season winter storm is set to impact West Michigan, with heavy snowfall, strong winds, and hazardous travel conditions expected through Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the region, with accumulations of 4 to 8 inches of snow forecast.
Why it matters
This late-season winter storm comes just days before the official start of spring, underscoring the unpredictable nature of Michigan's weather. The combination of heavy snow and powerful winds poses a significant threat to public safety, with the potential for power outages, school closures, and dangerous driving conditions.
The details
The storm system is expected to bring intense lake-effect snow bands, with the heaviest accumulations expected in Kalamazoo County and areas west and northwest of US 131. Snowfall rates could reach 1 to 2 inches per hour at times, with wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph creating blowing and drifting snow. Temperatures will also plummet, with wind chills around 0 degrees expected overnight and Tuesday morning.
- The snow is expected to begin by dinnertime on Monday, March 16, 2026.
- An additional 2 to 4 inches of snow is forecast for Monday night.
- Another 1 to 2 inches of snow is expected on Tuesday morning.
- The Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
- Warmer temperatures in the 50s are expected to return by Thursday, March 19, 2026.
The players
Meteorologist Jeff Porter
A meteorologist who provided the weather forecast and details for this late-season winter storm in West Michigan.
What they’re saying
“Please be careful driving this evening, overnight, and Tuesday morning. And, think spring!”
— Meteorologist Jeff Porter
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This late-winter storm serves as a reminder that Michigan's weather can be unpredictable, even as spring approaches. Residents should heed weather warnings, prepare for hazardous travel conditions, and look forward to the warmer temperatures that are just around the corner.
