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Lake-effect Snow and Whiteout Conditions in the Great Lakes Region; Below-average Temperatures in the East

Heavy lake-effect and lake-enhanced snow will persist downwind of the Great Lakes and produce some whiteout conditions that could cause difficult travel conditions. A coastal low will produce moderate to heavy snow over parts of southern and eastern New England into the afternoon. Below average temperatures are expected across the eastern U.S., particularly with chilly morning temperatures. Read More >

Overview

Snow fell over much of eastern Iowa, northwest Illinois, and northeast Missouri late Saturday and into Sunday morning, as an upper level storm system tracked east over the Great Plains.  Snow covered roads and reduced visibilities were seen as the snow fell between 9 pm Saturday and 9 am Sunday.  Snowfall totals between 1 and 3 inches were common, with a few locally higher amounts around 4 inches.  The highest totals fell east of the Mississippi river in Knox, Henry, Bureau, and Putnam counties.

National Weather Service Official Observations (event totals):

  • Moline-Quad City International Airport: 2.3" 
  • Davenport Municipal Airport (NWS Office): 3.0"
  • Dubuque Regional Airport: 1.1"
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