Summary:
The interaction of an arctic air mass and moisture will set the stage for an expansive area of dangerous travel conditions early in the week. A zone of freezing rain and drizzle along with some sleet is very likely from parts of Texas to the Ohio and Tennessee Valleys. Meanwhile, heavy rain and flooding will remain in the forecast for a large portion of the Hawaiian Islands on Monday. Impacted Lanes: I-35, I-10, I-20, I-5, I-15, I-70, I-76, I-80, I-25, I-69, I-44, I-65, I-74, I-75, I-275, I-90, I-271, I-86, I-40, U.S. 285, U.S. 380, U.S. 82
Texas
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 6 AM CST Wednesday morning
- Mixed precipitation, primarily in the form of freezing rain and/or sleet is expected. Total ice or sleet accumulations between one tenth and one half of an inch are possible.
- Impacts: Significant impacts to travel may begin as early as Monday afternoon and continue through at least Tuesday night. Elevated surfaces such as bridges and overpasses will likely be the first to become icy, slick, and hazardous as temperatures hover around or below freezing.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 12 PM CST this afternoon
- Light freezing rain, possibly mixing with sleet is expected. Total ice accumulations of a light glaze.
- Impacts: Light icing of bridges and overpasses may create hazardous driving conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute.
Arkansas
Ice Storm Warning remains in effect until 9 AM CST Wednesday morning
- A couple of rounds of freezing rain and sleet are expected today through Tuesday night. Significant ice accruals over a quarter inch are possible. Sleet accumulations should be less than a tenth of an inch.
- Impacts: Power outages and tree damage are possible due to the ice. Travel could be nearly impossible in places.
Flood Warning remains in effect until further notice
- Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
- Impacts: At 10.5 feet, Water deep over Woodruff County Road 775 north of HWY 260, and intersection of HWY 37 and HWY 18 east of Grubbs. Water over roadways.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 9 AM CST Wednesday morning
- A couple of rounds of light snow, sleet, and light freezing rain are expected. Precipitation should mainly occur today through this evening, and again on Tuesday into Tuesday night. Ice accruals should be less than a quarter inch, with snow and sleet accumulations less than a half inch.
- Impacts: Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions.
New Mexico
Freezing Fog Advisory remains in effect until 9 AM MST this morning
- Visibility less than one mile in freezing fog.
- Impacts: Low visibility and a light glaze of ice could make driving conditions hazardous. This includes Interstate 25 from Raton to Las Vegas, Interstate 40 between Santa Rosa and Clines Corners, U.S. 285 from Clines Corners to Vaughn, U.S. 380 near Picacho, and U.S. 82 near Dunken.
California
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 1 PM PST this afternoon
- North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Local gusts up to 60 mph in the mountains.
- Impacts: Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Travel may be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10 AM PST Tuesday morning
- Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches below 5000 feet, 4 to 8 inches from 5000 to 6500 feet, and 8 to 14 inches above 6500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10 PM PST this evening
- Light to moderate snow is expected. Additional snowfall of up to two inches possible, highest in the foothills above 3000 feet.
- Impacts: Very slippery and dangerous road conditions are expected.
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Oklahoma, Missouri, Mississippi, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado and Oklahoma
Additional Flood Warnings include but are not limited to: Louisiana and Mississippi
Additional Ice Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Mississippi and Tennessee
