Has this winter been severe in Michigan? The numbers show exactly how this winter ranks - mlive.com

This article uses the Winter Season Severity Index (WSSI) to rank the severity of this winter in Michigan. It shows that southern Michigan, including cities like Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Detroit, has experienced an extremely severe winter. The WSSI categorizes winters into six levels: mild, moderate, average, severe, extreme, and record, with the potential for record mild or extreme. The severity is determined by factors such as snowfall, snow duration, and temperature levels.