Happy New Year!
Our winter storm is just about over, but frigid temperatures and wind chills, along with snow covered and icy roads, will be with us into News Year’s Day and beyond.
The storm which produced anywhere from 2 to almost 11 inches of snow as of 5pm CT, and drifts several feet high in some areas, is now located over Iowa, and will continue to loose its grip on Greater Nebraska as it moves into Minnesota overnight. Since some snow is still falling as of 5pm CT, it’s possible that snow totals in some areas could slightly increase by the time we get to tomorrow morning.
However, on thing that will not increase is the temperatures, which are on their way to below zero readings in nearly all areas overnight. In fact, some areas like Valentine and Broken Bow never got above zero this afternoon. Look for some light snow to continue overnight, especially over the Sandhills, and winds gusting between 25 and 35mph will continue to cause blowing and drifting, and winds chills anywhere from -20 to -35. In fact, a Wind Chill Advisory is in effect for all areas until noon CT Saturday.
On Saturday, frigid temperatures and low wind chills will continue during the morning, but as winds decrease and temperatures rise into the teens, and some sunshine appears, it won’t feel quite as harsh outside.
Saturday night will be very cold with lows in many areas in the minus teens under mostly clear skies with light winds.
By Sunday, sunshine and light winds will make highs in the 20’s feel much more tolerable.
As high pressure remains in control for at least the next week, look for days to be mainly sunny with highs in the 20’s, reaching the 30’s Wednesday, and lows from just below zero to the teens. No more winter storms are in sight.
Mike
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