Memphis, Tennessee – Final snowfall and ice totals from the weekend winter storm show significant impacts across West Tennessee, East Arkansas, and North Mississippi, confirming hazardous travel conditions along major highways.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Memphis, a preliminary analysis of local storm reports and CoCoRaHS data indicates widespread snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches across northeast Arkansas into northwest Tennessee, with lighter amounts farther south. Portions of Jonesboro, Arkansas and areas near I-555 and US-63 reported totals near the upper end of that range.
Farther south, the primary impact shifted from snow to ice. The NWS reported ice accumulations ranging from 0.25 inches to locally near 1.0 inch across parts of the Mississippi Delta, including areas near Memphis, Senatobia, and Clarksdale. Ice totals near or exceeding half an inch were mapped along and east of I-55, extending toward I-69 and I-22 corridors.
In North Mississippi, including areas near Tupelo and Aberdeen, freezing rain accumulations generally ranged from a tenth to a quarter inch, with lesser snow totals under one inch. These amounts were enough to create slick bridges and untreated roads, particularly overnight and during early morning hours.
The National Weather Service noted the maps represent a “rough hash” of reported totals and may be adjusted as delayed reports are received. Data reflects approximately 60 hours of observations ending Monday morning.
For commuters, students, and workers returning to normal schedules, lingering ice on secondary roads and shaded areas may continue to pose risks, especially during refreeze periods.
Residents are encouraged to monitor local road conditions and follow guidance from transportation and emergency management officials as cleanup and recovery continue across the region.
