Heavy Snow Expected Across Eastern Iowa Tonight

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A winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow to parts of eastern Iowa tonight through Friday morning, with the potential for 6 to 9 inches of accumulation in a concentrated band. Slick travel conditions, blowing and drifting snow, and reduced visibility are all likely impacts from the storm.

Why it matters

This winter storm could significantly disrupt travel and daily activities across the affected region, especially during the overnight hours and Friday morning commute. Residents should prepare for hazardous driving conditions and plan accordingly.

The details

The storm system will bring a mix of rain and snow to eastern Iowa through the evening hours, with the precipitation transitioning to all snow overnight. The heaviest snow is expected to fall along and north of a line from Tama to Waterloo to Decorah, with the rain/snow line gradually moving eastward. Winds will also increase overnight, leading to blowing and drifting snow.

• Rain and snow will spread across eastern Iowa through the evening hours.
• The rain/snow line will move east, with snow reaching the Cedar Rapids to Iowa City area between 10 PM and Midnight.
• Snow will continue through the overnight hours, with the heaviest snow falling between midnight and 7 AM Friday.
• Snow will taper off from southwest to northeast, exiting the area by noon on Friday.

What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the storm system and provide updates on snowfall totals and travel impacts as the event unfolds.