Second Winter Storm Follows in Blizzard’s Wake: More Snow for Iowa Thursday into Friday

Iowa is gearing up for another round of winter weather as a storm system moves into the state late Thursday into Friday. While the impacts will vary across different regions, accumulating snowfall, gusty winds, and potential travel disruptions are all on the table. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming winter weather event. […]

Second Winter Storm Follows in Blizzard’s Wake: More Snow for Iowa Thursday into Friday

Iowa Weather Forecast

A second winter storm system will follow quickly on the heels of today’s blizzard, spreading a band of snow across Iowa from late Thursday into Friday. While winds will be much lighter with that system, moderate snow accumulations are expected and will cause travel impacts which may include the Friday morning commute. The location and magnitude of higher snowfall amounts is still uncertain, so stay tuned for forecast updates over the next couple of days.

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