February 22 Rain To Snow Starts Wet Today Then Blizzard Builds Tonight: Final Total Maps
Just In Weather • • general
Key Points:
- A significant winter storm is expected today, starting with rain mixing with snow as temperatures remain above freezing, leading to wet roads; snow accumulation and hazardous conditions will worsen late afternoon into the evening as temperatures drop.
- The storm will intensify overnight into a powerful blizzard offshore, potentially developing hurricane-like characteristics with a rapid pressure drop, heavy snowfall rates up to 2-4 inches per hour, and sustained winds over 35 mph.
- Blizzard warnings and winter storm warnings are in effect, with impacts expected on roads, schools, and cleanup efforts continuing into Monday, when snow may persist, especially eastward.
- Forecast models, particularly the GFS, have aligned closely on the storm's development and snowfall totals, though some variations exist; snowfall
