Winter
Winter Weather
Winter Wildlife
Winter Phrases
Michigan Winter Records
100
This form of precipitation consists of ice pellets mixed with rain and snow.
What is sleet?
100
What is it called when school is closed due to the snowy weather
Snow Day!
100
Every winter, these long-distance migratory birds fly south to warmer climates, often covering thousands of miles in a single journey.
What are geese?
100
"You’re on thin ____."
What is Ice?
100
Michigan is home to this outdoor ice skating rink.
What is Campus Martius Park?
200
This winter activity involves gliding on ice wearing special shoes.
What is ice skating?
200
This term is used to describe how cold it feels when wind is factored into this temperature measurement.
The "Wind Chill Index"
200
Mammals, insects and amphibians do this in the winter to prepare for Spring.
What is hibernate?
200
This phrase can also be explained as feeling ill. "I'm feeling under the ___"
What is weather?
200
The state of Michigan has this number of downhill ski resorts that operate during the winter months.
What is 40?
300
This is what you create when you lie down on snow and flap your arms and legs.
What is a snow angel?
300
These are one of the most dangerous winter storms that produce a lot of snow, strong winds and very low visibility.
What are blizzards?
300
These large, white, furry animals withstand the cold temperatures and have also been seen as an advertisement for a certain soda pop.
What are Polar Bears?
300
The phrase "I slept really well last night" could also be said as "I was out ___."
What is cold?
300
The longest continuous snowfall event in Michigan history lasted this many consecutive days, covering parts of the state.
- What is 8 days?
400
This is what one piece of snow is called.
What is a snowflake?
400
This temperature in Fahrenheit is considered freezing.
What is 32 degrees Fahrenheit?
400
This animal's fur coat turns white during winter.
What is an Arctic Fox?
400
This phrase can also mean "A small part of something."
"That’s just the tip of the _____"
What is iceberg?
400
The largest snowstorm in Michigan’s history, which dropped 42.7 inches in a 24-hour period, took place in this year.
What is 1978?
500
This mineral is often used to thaw icy roads but can cause harm to the surrounding nature if used in excess.
Salt
500
What number does Fahrenheit and Celcius equal the same temperature?
-40 Degrees
500
This large, powerful predator, often seen in snowy regions, has a white coat in the winter that helps it blend in with its environment.
What is a snow leopard?
500
To suddenly stop speaking to someone could be phrased as "I'm giving you the ____ _______"
What is cold shoulder?
500
Michigan's highest recorded snowfall in a single winter season, over 350 inches, occurred in this city.
What is Marquette?