Snowy Weekend Ahead, with ‘Bursts of Snow’ Possible
The Chicago area woke up to a bitter cold Valentine’s Day morning, with temperatures below zero in some parts and wind chills in the teens. But that’s not all, as a snowy weekend is on the way.
According to NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman, temperatures will hover only in the mid-20s for the rest of the day. While the morning and afternoon commutes are likely to be dry, another round of snow will move in around 5 p.m., potentially snarling streets and roads for evening plans.
Friday Night: Snow
Counties to the south and west could see snow moving in around 2 p.m., with more widespread snow chances ramping up after 5 p.m. and into the evening. According to the National Weather Service, “bursts of snow” could be expected Friday night, especially for areas near and north of I-88, where between one and three inches of snow could fall within a short period of time.
This combined with gusty winds could result in sharply reduced visibility and hazardous travel, the NWS warned.
Saturday: Snow for Some, Wintry Mix for Others
Through the day Saturday, snow was expected to continue falling to the north, where temperatures will remain at or below freezing. Counties to the south could see more freezing rain and sleet, where temperatures were expected to be above freezing.
According to Roman, northern counties could see as much as four inches of snow or more by Saturday afternoon, with lower totals to the south, of between one and three inches. Temperatures Saturday were expected to remain in the 30s, Roman said, before plummeting Sunday and dropping even more into Monday.
Sunday: Turning Colder
Snow will continue early Sunday for some, Roman said, adding to accumulation. Temperatures Sunday will drop into the 20s, Roman said, followed by a bitter cold Monday with a high of 10 degrees and even lower wind chills.
Conclusion
A snowy weekend is ahead, with “bursts of snow” possible on Friday night and continued snowfall on Saturday. Temperatures will drop significantly on Sunday and Monday, making for a cold and potentially hazardous commute. Stay tuned for updates from the NBC 5 Storm Team.
FAQs
* When will the snow start? Snow could move in around 2 p.m. on Friday, with more widespread chances ramping up after 5 p.m. and into the evening.
* How much snow can we expect? Between one and three inches of snow could fall within a short period of time on Friday night, and up to four inches or more in some areas on Saturday.
* What about the commute? Travel impacts are likely, especially during the evening commute on Friday and potentially on Saturday as well.
* Will the cold weather last? Yes, temperatures will drop significantly on Sunday and Monday, making for a cold and potentially hazardous commute.
