Weekend Snow Ahead for Wayne County: What to Expect

With accumulating snow and light winds throughout the weekend, road conditions are expected to be slippery, particularly during early morning and late-night hours. Drive cautiously, stay updated on road conditions, and stay warm!

Here’s what you can expect.

Tonight:
Cloudy skies dominate tonight's forecast, accompanied by a 70% chance of snow showers. Residents can expect about an inch of snow accumulation overnight as temperatures drop to a frigid 20°F. Light south winds will make for a calm but brisk evening.

Saturday:
The wintry conditions persist into Saturday, with snow showers continuing throughout the day. Another inch of snow is likely, and daytime highs will hover around 30°F. Winds will shift westward and pick up slightly, blowing at about 10 mph. The snowfall probability remains high at 70%, so plan accordingly if heading outdoors.

Saturday Night:
Snow showers are expected to linger through Saturday evening, with temperatures dipping into the mid-20s. West winds of 5-10 mph will gradually calm as the night progresses. The chance of snow remains steady at 60%, contributing to a slippery start for Sunday morning.

Sunday:
Sunday morning continues the snowy trend with cloudy skies and likely snow showers. By the afternoon, conditions are expected to transition to partly sunny, but the snow chances hold at 60%. Daytime highs will edge slightly higher into the low 30s, while light winds provide a brief respite from harsher gusts.

Sunday Night:
As Sunday night approaches, skies will clear somewhat, leaving Wayne County under mostly cloudy conditions. Overnight lows will drop to the lower 20s, though significant snowfall is unlikely.