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Accumulating Snow Tonight, Heaviest in Northeast Iowa

Light to moderate snow continues this evening with periods of heavy snow in northeast Iowa. Highest snow amounts of 3-6 inches over northeast Iowa. Snow ending from west to east after midnight. Read More >

12/6 3:30PM | Incoming snowfall becomes widespread through the afternoon and evening hours. While heaviest snowfall will primarily remain in northeast Iowa, travel impacts are expected across much of the local area through tonight. Continue monitoring forecasts as amounts can change and check local road conditions before heading out.
Snow overspreads the area this evening, with the greatest risk for travel impacts being south of I-90. The heaviest snow falls during the evening and early overnight hours, with the snow rapidly ending from west to east after midnight. Highest snow totals of 3-6 inches are expected over northeast Iowa with a sharp cutoff in amounts to the north. Adjust travel plans if possible and, if you must drive tonight, drive carefully.
Periodic shots at snow through Tuesday night. The cold weather largely continues as well, but some locations could reach above freezing Tuesday afternoon.