The first major winter storm of the season will bring significant accumulations to Southeast Michigan.Snow will begin Wednesday afternoon and linger into Thursday morning. From 1 p.m. Wednesday to 7 a.

Southeast Michigan is now predicted to see anywhere between 5-12 inches of snow as a winter storm hits the entire Lower Peninsula.

Portions of Southeast Michigan are now under a Winter Weather Advisory from 1 p.m. today to 7 a.m. Thursday. Snow could start as early as 3 p.m. or so, but the more impactful, heavier snow will push through between the 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. timeframe. Snow total accumulations between 3-6 inches are expected for locations under the advisory.

More than 30 counties in Michigan are under storm watches or advisories as the snow is expected to hit the state beginning 1 p.m. Wednesday.

The winter storm watch outline is a great way to see what areas of Lower Michigan should have the heaviest snow and when it will occur.

Snow accumulations between 3-6 inches are expected in some portions of Southeast Michigan. Some areas around and south of I-94 may see a wintry mix that includes freezing rain or sleet, which could lead to a light glaze of ice accumulations.

Most of lower Michigan will see snow accumulation from winter storms Saturday into Sunday. Here's the expected totals near you.