Much of Michigan reported frost May 8-9 as temperatures dipped below freezing across a wide swath of the state, but the coldest spot was in northern Michigan.
The lowest recorded temperature, according to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, was 19 degrees in Roscommon.
“As you can see it got pretty chilly!,” the NWS said on Facebook. “Although frost was observed, very low dew points created such dry air that damages were mitigated. Hopefully everyone’s sensitive plants and orchards held up!”
Areas south and east of Saginaw Bay generally remained at or above freezing, NWS data shows.
Here’s a look at how cold it got across northern Michigan Thursday night into Friday morning.
Reported temperatures in Michigan for May 8-9
What does a freeze warning mean?
A freeze warning is issued when surface temperatures are expected to drop below freezing over a large area for an extended period of time, regardless whether or not frost develops.
What does a freeze watch mean?
A freeze watch is issued when there is potential for significant, widespread freezing temperatures, but the occurrence, location, and/or timing is still uncertain.
What does a frost advisory mean?
A frost advisory is issued when widespread frost formation is expected over an extensive area. Surface temperatures are usually in the mid 30s.
How can I protect my plants from frost in Michigan?
To prepare for the low temperatures, Michigan State University Extension offers suggestions to keep your plants from freezing.
Here are some quick methods:
This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: How cold did it get in Michigan overnight? Here’s where it dropped to 19 degrees
Reporting by Dan Basso, Lansing State Journal / Lansing State Journal
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