...Light Snow Through Early Morning...
Bands of light to occasionally moderate snow ahead of the main
winter storm will move through mainly the northern half of the
Quad State region during the overnight hours through early this
morning. This snow will produce light accumulations ranging from a
dusting up to around one inch. While widespread travel impacts
are not expected, isolated slippery spots are possible, especially
on less traveled back roads. If driving during the overnight to
early morning hours, use extra caution if you encounter snow
accumulation on the roads.
Weather Alert
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
Illinois...
Big Muddy River near Plumfield and Murphysboro.
.Heavy rainfall over the weekend has resulted in rising river
levels. At both Plumfield and and Murphysboro, the Big Muddy River
will climb above flood stage Tuesday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.
&&
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING TO LATE THURSDAY
MORNING...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Big Muddy River near Plumfield.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning to late Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 20.0 feet, Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly
bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 PM CST Monday the stage was 19.5 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
tomorrow morning to a crest of 20.5 feet early Wednesday
morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Thursday
morning.
- Flood stage is 20.0 feet.
&&
Weather Alert
...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO 9 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and
6 inches with locally higher amounts possible.
* WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, and
western Kentucky.
* WHEN...From noon Tuesday to 9 AM CST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning
commutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Light snow is possible early Tuesday which
may bring light accumulations and bring hazardous travel
conditions. However, the heavy snowfall is expected later in the
afternoon and into the night.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can
be obtained by visiting www.weather.gov/pah/roads
&&
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Weather Forecast
Day
Precip
Temp
Mon
31%
16°
27°
MonMonday
27°/16°
Snow showers at times. Lows overnight in the mid teens.
Chance of Rain: 31%
Sunrise:06:42:18 AM
Sunset:05:37:38 PM
Humidity: 71%
Wind: NNE @ 9 mph
UV Index: 0 Low
Monday Night
Flurries and a few snow showers throughout the night. Low 16F. Winds NNE at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of snow 30%.
Tue
61%
11°
21°
TueTuesday
21°/11°
Periods of snow in the afternoon. Highs in the low 20s and lows in the low teens.
Chance of Rain: 61%
Sunrise:06:41:04 AM
Sunset:05:38:42 PM
Humidity: 72%
Wind: NNE @ 12 mph
UV Index: 2 Low
Tuesday Night
Cloudy with snow. Very cold. Low 11F. Winds NNE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of snow 90%. Snow accumulating 5 to 8 inches.
Wed
12%
3°
22°
WedWednesday
22°/3°
Cloudy. Highs in the low 20s and lows in the low single digits.
Chance of Rain: 12%
Sunrise:06:39:49 AM
Sunset:05:39:45 PM
Humidity: 69%
Wind: N @ 12 mph
UV Index: 2 Low
Wednesday Night
Bitterly cold. Cloudy skies early will become partly cloudy later at night. Low 3F. Winds NNW at 10 to 15 mph.
Thu
5%
4°
21°
ThuThursday
21°/4°
Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the low 20s and lows in the mid single digits.
Chance of Rain: 5%
Sunrise:06:38:32 AM
Sunset:05:40:47 PM
Humidity: 64%
Wind: NW @ 10 mph
UV Index: 3 Moderate
Thursday Night
Mostly clear skies. Very cold. Low 4F. Winds light and variable.
Fri
5%
13°
30°
FriFriday
30°/13°
Mostly sunny. Highs in the low 30s and lows in the low teens.
Chance of Rain: 5%
Sunrise:06:37:15 AM
Sunset:05:41:50 PM
Humidity: 63%
Wind: W @ 3 mph
UV Index: 4 Moderate
Friday Night
A few clouds from time to time. Very cold. Low 13F. Winds light and variable.
Sat
15%
22°
37°
SatSaturday
37°/22°
Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 30s and lows in the low 20s.
Chance of Rain: 15%
Sunrise:06:35:57 AM
Sunset:05:42:52 PM
Humidity: 64%
Wind: SSW @ 7 mph
UV Index: 3 Moderate
Saturday Night
A few clouds from time to time. Low 22F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Sun
10%
32°
45°
SunSunday
45°/32°
Mix of sun and clouds. Highs in the mid 40s and lows in the low 30s.
