Light Snow and Ice Hit Morning Commute, Thursday Travel Disruptions Likely
A passing system will make roads slick this morning across parts of the region. Filmogaz.com forecasters warn drivers to use caution on untreated surfaces.
Light Snow and Ice Hit Morning Commute in spots south of US-2 and near the Iron Range. Accumulations are limited this morning because dry air is reducing precipitation.
Current conditions and short-term forecast
Snow remains the main precipitation type north of the Iron Range. A light wintry mix is possible along and south of US-2.
The bulk of this morning’s precipitation should exit during the first half of the day. Scattered mixed rain and snow showers are likely to linger afterward.
Tonight and Wednesday
Partial clearing is expected early tonight. Clouds will thicken again later as a stronger system approaches.
Overnight lows will drop into the 20s and teens. Wednesday will be mainly cloudy and breezy.
Wind and timing
- Winds from the ENE at 10-20 mph on Wednesday.
- Gusts may reach around 30 mph during daytime hours.
- Snow from the next system should arrive around or after the evening commute, past 5 PM.
Wednesday night through Friday
A more impactful winter storm is expected from Wednesday night into Friday morning. Timing and exact amounts remain uncertain.
Snow will spread northward and become heavy at times late Wednesday night. As warmer air moves in aloft, sleet and freezing rain may develop from southeast to northwest.
Where heavier snow and ice are most likely
- The northwestern half of the region should see the highest snowfall totals.
- The North Shore may see enhanced accumulations due to terrain.
- Areas southeast of the Twin Ports have a higher chance of freezing rain.
- North-central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula face increasing icing potential.
Thursday impacts
Thursday Travel Disruptions Likely as the storm reaches peak impact. Winds will be gusty and mixed precipitation will continue.
The mix-snow line is expected to shift northwest during Thursday. Forecasters currently place that boundary roughly near the US-53 corridor in Minnesota.
Daytime snow accumulation will be limited unless precipitation falls heavily. Most accumulating snow is expected Wednesday night.
Travel and safety advice
Roads may be hazardous at times from late Wednesday through Thursday. Plan extra travel time and consider alternate routes.
High winds could gust to 45 mph along the North Shore. That will increase the risk for blowing snow and poor visibility.
Filmogaz.com will continue updating the forecast as model information changes. Check local updates before heading out.
