Impactful Snow late Thursday into Friday

A winter storm is expected to impact the Great Lakes this weekend, with potential for a wide range of hazards including heavy snow, a wintry mix, and heavy rain and thunderstorm potential. Expect forecast refinements in the coming days. Read More >

Coastal Waters Forecast for St Ignace to False Detour Channel (LHZ346) (Text-Only)
NWS Forecast for: St Ignace to False Detour Channel (LHZ346)
Issued by: National Weather Service Gaylord, MI
Last Update: 715 PM EST Fri Jan 23 2026


Overnight: West wind 15 to 25 knots becoming northwest 5 to 10 knots. Slight chance of snow showers early in the evening. Waves 2 to 4 feet.

Saturday: West wind 5 to 10 knots. Mostly sunny. Waves 2 feet or less.

Saturday Night: Light winds. Mostly cloudy. Waves 2 feet or less.

Sunday: Northeast wind 5 to 10 knots. Mostly cloudy. Waves 2 feet or less.

wave heights are valid for ice free areas.

see the open lakes forecast for days 3 through 5.

this is the last nearshore issuance of the season. The nearshore forecast will resume no later than march 25th.







Zone Forecast: St Ignace to False Detour Channel (LHZ346)

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