Just wondering if any weather experts could chime in? I'm planning to come to the game tonight from northern Iowa down I-35. Will it be safe travelling? It looks to me that most of the snow will be east of I-35. However, I'm still somewhat concerned about the strong winds blowing the little snow we'll get. Any advice or info would be great!
Weather for tonight...
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I'm not too worried, an inch of snow and the warm temps we've had lately that the ground hasn't froze yet isn't going to make it a mess.
Des Moines Weather Forecast and Conditions
30% chance of precipitation period, and no significant accumulation.
I love how this gets reported as "it's going to snow tonight" on most media outlets when there's a 70% chance nothing happens.
30% chance of precipitation period, and no significant accumulation.
I love how this gets reported as "it's going to snow tonight" on most media outlets when there's a 70% chance nothing happens.
The Des Moines forecast doesn't really apply to me as I'll be coming from the Mason City area. The percentage for snow fall is higher the more north and east you get.
They keep upping snow totals for Eastern Iowa...I've seen 3-6" in the CR area (more in QC). Des Moines is supposed to see 1-2" now with fairly high probability. Winds will likely make it crappy for travel visibility wise with the light snow.
I planned on heading to the game this evening as well. It doesn't look too bad but I can already tell that the wind is going to suck. With a couple inches of snow it could be difficult.
While the amount of snow isn't going to be a concern, it will likely contribute to pretty slick roads when combined with the wind and the warm ground temperatures. The snow will be more likely to create icy roads.
I would be really careful on the roads tonight - could be a black ice situation.
I would be really careful on the roads tonight - could be a black ice situation.
Don't worry about it, just let your husband or boyfriend drive
Des Moines Weather Forecast and Conditions
Hmm. I keep seeing 30% chance of precip and "No significant snow accumulations". Granted, it's Iowa and who knows what will happen weatherwise, but still.
Drive like a bat out of hell without the seat belts on for a quick eject once you arrive at Hilton.
problem solved.
problem solved.
Nice, haha. We're definitely going. I'm more worried about getting to work on time at midnight.
Statisticians ... can't live with 'em, can't live without 'em.
Or should I say, "purveyors of probability?"
