Des Moines, Iowa – Snow and freezing drizzle are forecast for southern Iowa beginning Sunday afternoon, creating slick travel conditions overnight.
According to the National Weather Service in Des Moines, snow is expected to begin after 2 p.m. Sunday, primarily south of Highway 34. Accumulations are forecast to reach up to 1 inch before precipitation transitions.
Forecasters say the system will change to freezing drizzle after midnight, potentially producing a light glaze of ice on untreated roads, sidewalks, and elevated surfaces. Ice development may impact early Monday commuters, particularly in communities including Creston, Chariton, Ottumwa, Lamoni and surrounding areas.
The precipitation is expected to transition to all rain by noon Monday as temperatures rise above freezing.
While snowfall totals are expected to remain relatively light, the brief period of freezing drizzle could create hazardous travel conditions overnight into early Monday morning. Drivers are advised to monitor updated forecasts and use caution if traveling late Sunday or before temperatures climb Monday afternoon.
Students and early-shift workers in southern Iowa may encounter slick conditions during the Monday morning commute.
The National Weather Service said additional updates will be issued as needed.
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