Apr 14, 2021

Winter weather continues for the Panhandle

Posted Apr 14, 2021 7:38 PM

By National Weather Service in Cheyenne, WY

  Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings are in effect for much of the area through Friday morning.

Snow will continue to impact the region in multiple waves during this period, with the worst conditions generally occurring during the night time and early morning hours with less opportunity for melting of snow on roadways.

Widespread 48-hour snowfall amounts of 3 to 6 inches (locally 5-10 inches) are expected across the lower elevations with 1-2 feet possible in the Snowy Range.

Near-blizzard conditions will be possible near Arlington and Elk Mountain tonight and early Thursday as locally heavy snow combines with gusty winds.

Accumulating snow is also expected to spread across the remainder of the Nebraska Panhandle on Thursday and Thursday night, and additional Advisories may be needed.

Bottom line: If you have travel plans across the region from now through the remainder of the work week, expect minor to moderate travel impacts due to icy, snow packed roads and low visibilities.

The most severe conditions will be found along I-80 near Arlington and the Summit area between Laramie and Cheyenne. 

For road information, dial 511 or visit wyoroad.info (Wyoming) or 511.Nebraska.gov (Nebraska).