La Crosse, Wisconsin – Light snow moving east-southeast is causing slick travel conditions across the Upper Mississippi River Valley Sunday morning.
According to the National Weather Service La Crosse, radar imagery early Sunday shows light snow continuing to spread across the region through at least 9 a.m. The highest snowfall totals of 1 to 2 inches are expected from southeast Minnesota into northeast Iowa, with locally lower amounts farther east into central Wisconsin.
Roadways along Interstate 90, Interstate 94, and U.S. Highway 52 are seeing impacts from snow-covered surfaces, particularly during the early morning hours. Forecasters said strong wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph are contributing to light drifting snow, which may briefly reduce visibility, especially in open and rural areas.
The National Weather Service noted that while snowfall rates remain light, even minor accumulation can lead to hazardous driving conditions. Slick travel has been reported on untreated roads, ramps, and bridges, including stretches near La Crosse, Rochester, Winona, Decorah, and Mason City.
Light snow may linger through the afternoon and evening in spots, gradually shifting east across central Wisconsin before tapering off. No significant additional accumulation is expected beyond the morning period, but intermittent visibility reductions may continue as winds persist.
Drivers are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and remain alert for changing road conditions. Officials also recommend checking state 511 road condition services before traveling, particularly for commuters and students heading out during the morning hours.
No winter storm warnings were issued with this update, but the National Weather Service emphasized that even light snow events can have outsized travel impacts when combined with gusty winds and cold pavement temperatures.
Conditions will continue to be monitored as the system exits the region later Sunday.
