Winter Storm Warning Friday

Posted: January 11, 2024 at 6:11 am

Another significant winter storm is expected to cause travel impacts from late tonight into Saturday across the region. Besides the potential for heavy snow, winds will be on the increase, leading to blowing and drifting. There could also be pockets of whiteout conditions, especially in open areas.

Currently a broad swath of 6 to 10 inches is forecast, but those amounts could still change based on storm track and amount of moisture the storm has to work on. There is still the possibility for higher amounts if bands move repeatedly over the same areas.

Widespread travel impacts should be planned for Friday into Saturday. Near white-out conditions could develop at times Friday into Saturday morning as winds gust upwards of 30 to 40 mph. Consider altering, delaying or even canceling travel plans if conditions warrant it.

Bitterly cold air arrives as this storm system exits the area. This will lead to wind chills of 20 to 30 below by Saturday night.

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST SATURDAY… WHAT…Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 8inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

WHERE…Portions of north central and northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota and southwest Wisconsin.
WHEN…From midnight tonight to 9 AM CST Saturday.
IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute Friday.