Wyoming and Montana are expected to be among the hardest-hit regions, with the NWS cautioning residents to “plan on slippery road conditions,” particularly during the morning and evening commute.
In Virginia, residents should brace for widespread winter impacts, with several regions expected to see accumulating snow and dangerous travel conditions. The NWS warns that slippery roads and reduced visibility could make both morning and evening commutes hazardous as the storm moves through the state.
Parts of central, east central, and southeastern Virginia—including New Kent, Surrey, York, James City, and Isle of Wight counties, as well as the city of Newport News—as well as areas in south central and southern Virginia such as Sussex, Southampton, and Greensville counties, could see 2 to 5 inches of snow through Monday, with higher totals possible in elevated areas.
Alaska
The City of Hyder is forecast to receive up to 7 inches of snow, with visibility dropping to a mile or less and travel becoming “very difficult” from Sunday night—when snowfall could reach 1 inch per hour—through Monday evening. Hoonah and Tenakee Springs may see up to 5 inches by late Sunday, with the heaviest snowfall expected near Tenakee Springs.
Petersburg and Wrangell Boroughs could pick up as much as 6 inches of snow by Monday night. According to the NWS, there is a “30 percent chance” that snowfall totals during this period could reach or exceed warning-level criteria.
Western Kupreanof Island and Kuiu Island may get 3 to 5 inches, Prince of Wales Island up to 5 inches, Pelican and Elfin Cove up to 4 inches, and northeast Kodiak Island up to 5 inches, accompanied by winds up to 45 mph, by Monday.
Michigan
Up to 8 inches of lake-effect snow is expected from Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning, with the heaviest bands likely along the Mackinac–Chippewa county border.
Tennessee
The Blount, Cocke, and Sevier Smoky Mountains—as well as southeast Greene, Johnson, southeast Carter, and Unicoi counties—could see up to 3 inches of snow, particularly at higher elevations, through Monday night.
Kentucky
Martin, Floyd, Letcher, and Pike counties could receive up to 3 inches of snow in areas above 2,000 feet, with 1 to 2 inches along the ridges and up to 1 inch in the valleys by late Monday afternoon. Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast Kentucky may also see up to 1 inch of snow throughout Monday.
Washington
Coastal and central Washington counties are forecast to receive between 3 and 5 inches of snow by Monday morning.
North Carolina
Avery, Mitchell, and Yancey counties could see up to 3 inches of snow, with as much as 4 inches on the highest peaks, from Monday through Tuesday morning.
Illinois
Lake and northern Cook counties are expected to receive 3 to 4 inches of snow, while southern Cook County could see up to 5 inches from Monday into Tuesday morning, with the heaviest snowfall likely overnight Monday.
What People Are Saying
The National Weather Service for Virginia advised travelers: “Avoid all travel if possible. If you must drive, exercise extreme caution and be ready for sudden changes in visibility. Keep a safe distance from other vehicles, allow extra time to reach your destination, and avoid sudden braking or acceleration. Take extra care on hills and when turning. Ensure your vehicle is winter-ready and in good working condition.”
The National Weather Service for North Carolina warned: “Heavy snow will lead to snow-covered roads and may cause isolated power outages. Hazardous conditions could affect Monday’s morning and evening commutes.”
What’s Next
Residents in affected areas should stay alert and keep an eye on local forecasts, as conditions could change quickly.
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