Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Winter Weather Warnings Issued for 8 US States This Weekend
A big winter storm is bringing snow and cold weather to many parts of the northern and central United States this weekend.
Some places, like Alaska and Northern Michigan, could get a lot of snow, up to 4 or even 10 inches!
Other areas will get a little less, like 1 to 3 inches.
It's also going to be windy in some places, which can make the snow blow around and make it hard to see.
Because the roads will be slippery and visibility will be low, people are being told to be very careful if they need to drive.
They should slow down and check the weather updates for their area.
Eight US states are under winter weather warnings for snow, ice, and cold conditions this weekend.
Affected states include Alaska, Iowa, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
Snowfall predictions range from 1-3 inches in the Upper Midwest to 4-10 inches in Northern Michigan.
Strong winds gusting up to 50 mph are expected in Alaska and Wyoming, leading to blowing snow and reduced visibility.
Travelers are advised to exercise caution due to hazardous road conditions and the potential for difficult or impossible travel.
- Who
- Residents and travelers in eight US states, including Alaska, Iowa, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
- What
- Severe winter weather warning issued by the National Weather Service, forecasting snow, ice, blowing snow, and dangerously cold conditions.
- When
- This weekend through early Monday.
- Where
- Eight states across the northern and central United States: Alaska, Iowa, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and Michigan.
- Why
- A potent winter storm system bringing snow, ice, and strong winds, leading to hazardous travel conditions.
NWS Forecast
Potential Impacts
Snowfall Accumulation
NWS Forecast
Alaska: up to 4 inches. Upper Midwest (IA, SD, NE, MN): generally 1-3 inches, with heavier amounts likely between Sioux City and Sioux Falls. Wyoming Black Hills: 3-6 inches. Wisconsin: 2-8 inches. Northern Michigan: 4-10 inches.
Potential Impacts
Potentially difficult to impossible travel conditions, slippery roads, reduced visibility, and hazards for commuters.
Wind Conditions
NWS Forecast
Alaska: strong southeasterly winds gusting up to 50 mph. Wyoming Black Hills: gusts up to 50 mph.
Potential Impacts
Blowing snow reducing visibility to less than half a mile in Alaska, and contributing to dangerous driving conditions in Wyoming.
- Affected States
- Alaska, Iowa, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, Michigan
- Timing of Warnings
- This weekend through early Monday, with advisories in effect through midday Saturday for parts of the Upper Midwest.
- Snowfall Predictions
- Alaska: up to 4 inches. Upper Midwest: 1-3 inches. Wyoming Black Hills: 3-6 inches. Wisconsin: 2-8 inches. Northern Michigan: 4-10 inches.
- Wind Gusts
- Up to 50 mph in Alaska and Wyoming's Black Hills.
- Primary Hazards
- Snow, ice, blowing snow, strong winds, slippery roads, and reduced visibility.
- Travel Advisory
- Drivers urged to slow down, use caution, and check local advisories.
Sources
US winter warning: Polar vortex to bring chilly weather. New York, Florida brace for impact — how long will it last?
Winter Storm Warning: What US States Will Be Hit The Hardest? Here's NWS Forecast
