On November 29, 2024, at 4:17 pm was the first snow of the year. This was unexpected snow because the weather said it was just going to be cloudy all day, not snow. Snow is one of the amazing types of weather that happens in Michigan every single year. October to march and sometimes even April is when its most common time for it to snow in Michigan.
“It always ends up snowing on my birthday,” freshman Caden Morre said. “I hate when it does I would rather it not be cold on my birthday.”
When it snows there are many things that you can do in the snow. One of the things that most people do when it snows is go and play in the snow. Kids typically are the ones to play in the snow but that does not mean that older kids cannot play in the snow as well. In the snow you can make snow angles, snow forts, snowmen, snowball fights, and many more things. There are endless things that you can do in the snow.
“When it snows, I go outside and play with my dog in the snow,” junior Miley Reaves said. “He loves when I throw snowballs to him.”
When seeing the snow fall some people feel joy and excitement others feel unhappy seeing the snow. Their first thought when they see the snow is to think about the harsh weather and terrible things that happen when it snows. The ice and slush, wet feet, cold are some of the reasons why people hate the snow.
“I hate it when it snows but sometimes, I like it,” junior Carolina Lopez said. “The only reason that I like it is because it’s pretty.”
Michigan is known for its cars but is also very well known for its winters. Michigan winters are known for the cold and have below freezing temperatures. Michigan is the 11th coldest state in the US. The average temperature in a year is 45.3 degrees. The coldest temperature each year in Michigan is 38/25 degrees in the wintertime.
On November 29, 2024, Michigan saw its first big snowfall of the year, surprising many since the forecast only predicted cloudy skies. Snow is a regular occurrence in Michigan from October to March, and sometimes even in April. People have mixed feelings about snow, with some enjoying winter activities like building snowmen or having snowball fights, while others dislike the cold, wet conditions it brings. For example, freshman Caden Morre wishes it wouldn’t snow on his birthday, while junior Miley Reaves enjoys playing with her dog in the snow.
Michigan is well known for its harsh winters and freezing temperatures, ranking as the 11th coldest state in the U.S. The state experiences average yearly temperatures of 45.3°F, with winter lows ranging from 38°F to 25°F. Despite the challenges of snow and ice, many appreciate its beauty, although others like junior Carolina Lopez find it a mixed experience, liking snow only for its appearance.
