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Illinois Braces for 6+ Inches of Snow
28 Nov
Summary
- Winter storm watch issued for northern and central Illinois.
- Heavy snow accumulation expected, potentially over six inches.
- Hazardous travel conditions anticipated, especially on Saturday.
Much of northern and central Illinois, along with parts of northwest Indiana, are under a winter storm watch from Friday afternoon until Sunday morning. Forecasts predict significant snow accumulations, potentially exceeding six inches, with heavy snowfall rates of up to an inch per hour anticipated, particularly on Saturday.
Travel is expected to be significantly impacted on Saturday due to snow-covered roads and poor visibility. While temperatures will hover in the lower to mid-30s during the day and fall into the 20s at night, some southern areas near I-80 might experience a mix of snow with drizzle or light rain overnight, possibly reducing accumulation totals.
Conditions are expected to improve by Sunday morning. However, a sharp temperature drop is forecast for Sunday night, with readings plunging into the teens and potentially as low as 1 degree, followed by highs in the 16-22 degree range on Monday. Travelers are advised to prepare emergency kits and winterize vehicles.
