Winter weather expected across central Illinois Friday

Posted on January 16, 2020
Snow showers are expected to start Friday afternoon and into the evening. (Photo Pixabay)

 

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – Another round of winter weather is expected to hit central Illinois Friday and into Saturday morning.

Heart of Illinois ABC Meteorologist Joe Puma says tomorrow skies will be mostly cloudy before snow showers arrive in the afternoon and evening.

“We could see snow accumulation around 1 to 2 inches along I-55, then heading into Friday night we’ll see a change over to freezing rain and sleet, possibly bringing some ice accumulation heading into Saturday,” said Puma.

Snow and ice across the area Friday could impact travel, especially during the evening commute. Updated road conditions are available at gettingaroundillinois.com.

Puma says as we head into the morning Saturday the wintry mix will change to all rain.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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