A strong trough of low pressure impacting the Southwest today and tomorrow will move into the central U.S. and bring widespread impacts of snow and ice. Here is the latest forecast.

Forecast Headlines

The track of this storm system will be key. Any changes to the speed or the track of this storm will mean changes in the forecast.  You will definitely want to keep checking with WeatherNation for any changes in this forecast.

Winter Weather Alerts

Winter weather alerts have already been issued for what is on the way. Central Iowa is already under a winter storm warning for heavy snow.

Winter Storm Impacts

Moderate to major winter storm impacts will be likely from eastern Nebraska to northeast Wisconsin. Cities included in this impact are Sioux Falls, Mason City and Green Bay.

Ice Accumulation

The latest forecast is picking up on some light to moderate ice from the Oklahoma Panhandle to southern Lake Michigan.  This ice forecast could lead to power outages and major travel hazards.

Forecast

The latest timing shows the snow and ice picking up from Tuesday into early Wednesday.  The coverage of the snow will be large and impact many states across the North-Central U.S.  The ice threat will lead to near impossible travel and power outages.

Precipitation Accumulation Forecast

Here is the latest accumulation forecast.  It is leaning towards that heavy snow threat for Iowa and Wisconsin, but our forecast model is hinting at a shot of heavy snow for central Missouri as well.  More updates are on the way all day on WeatherNation. So many ways to stream our 24/7 weather coverage…including Pluto TV Channel 217.