(WWJ) Metro Detroiters are urged to drive with caution and watch for ice Friday afternoon and evening, with a slushy rain-snow mix falling across the region.
AccuWeather Meteorologist Brian Thompson said periods of rain would change over to snow before tapering off early Friday evening.
He said the snow is expected to accumulate a coating to an inch and cause some slippery travel.
And there could be some ice, with temperatures dropping to near the freezing mark.
According to a Special Weather Statement by the National Weather Service, locations between the M 59 and I-69 corridors will see rain completely change over to snow between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.. Up to a half inch of snow accumulation is possible on paved surfaces in these areas by 4 p.m. Locations south of M-59 will see the rain transition to snow a little bit later: between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. As temps slowly drop to near freezing, the NWS said this along with the snow will create some slick spots on area roads, especially on bridges and overpasses. Drivers should slow down and use caution.
The Special Weather Statement covers Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, Genesee, Lapeer, St. Clair and Shiawassee counties.
Looking ahead into the weekend. AccuWeather says Saturday will be cold with some clouds and sunshine and a high of 29 degrees.
Sunday is looking mostly cloudy with bit more snow and rain, mainly in the morning, AccuWeather said. It'll be milder, with a high getting up to near 40.
Get the detailed daily AccuWeather forecast HERE.
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