Snow Potential: Thursday AM and possible Significant Snow Friday into Saturday

Thursday Morning

Summary:

A cold front will push through late Wednesday into Thursday morning. Light rain Wednesday night will changeover to light snow before ending Thursday morning.

Timing:

4AM to 10AM Thursday morning

Impacts:

Minor impacts. 1-2” of snow is possible, falling during the AM commute. Temperatures will generally be near or above freezing, limiting accumulation and impacts.

Forecast Confidence: MED/HIGH

Friday Night – Saturday

Summary:

The European model develops low pressure over the southeast, moving just to our south with plenty of cold air overhead. This results in a significant snowstorm for our area.

The GFS model does *not* currently show this storm. We will look for a consensus in the coming days.

Timing:

Late Friday into Saturday

European Model Animation:

0z ECMWF: 1pm Friday – 7pm Saturday

Impacts:

*Potential* for major impacts statewide.

Forecast Confidence: LOW/MED

More specifics and details in the coming days.