Michigan's snowfall shows unusual regional variations this winter

Michigan's snowfall this winter shows unusual patterns. Northwest Lower Michigan and the eastern Upper Peninsula have received significantly more snow than average, while southern cities are about 60% below normal. Traverse City has reported nearly four feet above normal snowfall, while Marquette is almost two feet below average despite being in a snowbelt. The heavy snowfall in some areas is mainly due to lake-effect snow, while many regions have missed widespread snowstorms. Snowfall totals are still being updated as winter continues.