Tracking Winter Weather and Frigid Temperatures Through This Weekend

A clipper storm will move across the Great Lakes through this weekend with periods of light snow, gusty winds, and lake effect snow bands which could make for hazardous travel at times. A frigid airmass will spread eastward behind this storm into the Midwest and Eastern U.S. through the weekend. Read More >

Light Snow Coating During this Morning's Commute

Wind-Whipped Snow Showers this Afternoon

Cold Weekend Ahead

Snow Squall Reminders

[3:30 A.M. Friday, January 16, 2026] Snow overnight into early this morning has resulted in some lightly snow-covered roads for this morning’s commute. While temperatures have moderated to near freezing in some locations that can allow road treatments to be more effective, there will still be slick spots. Allow extra travel time and leave plenty of space from the vehicle in front of you. For road conditions, see in Iowa: 511ia.org and in Illinois: gettingaroundillinois.com

Snow showers are expected this afternoon into early evening, and they will overlap with a cold front ushering in blustery conditions and temperatures falling through the 20s. That combination will result in at least patches of sharply reduced visibility in falling snow and lightly snow covered roads that will be slick. If these can align just right, true snow squall conditions may be observed. Allow extra travel time and be cautious.

Today’s snow showers come with a cold front that will only be reinforced at times through early next week. Wind chills will be below zero regularly ahead. Ensure you plan to bundle up starting already tonight! Cold weather safety: https://www.weather.gov/safety/cold

Snow squalls are short, intense bursts of snow and wind that can catch people off guard. They can reduce visibility and cause dangerous travel conditions. If possible, avoid or delay travel until the squall passes. If you’re caught in one, slow down, turn on your headlights and hazard lights, and try to exit the road. Don’t let snow squalls sneak up on you! For more visit weather.gov/safety.

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Tracking Winter Weather and Frigid Temperatures Through This Weekend

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