High Wind — Leelanau, Michigan

2020-11-15 · Leelanau, Michigan

Wider weather episode

Gusty winds increased on the 15th, as strong low pressure moved directly over northern Michigan before departing. Gusts of 50 to 55 mph were common along the Lake Michigan coastline. A peak gust of 59 mph was measured at Grand Traverse Light. Hunting activities were significantly disrupted (the 15th is opening day of the firearms season for deer in Michigan). Lakeshore flooding also developed along portions of Lake Charlevoix.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 930543. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.