Winter storm warning issued for steady snow all day Saturday into Sunday morning

The first widespread winter storm of the season is nearly here. A winter storm warning has been issued for all of southeast Wisconsin from early Saturday morning through Sunday morning. The warning is for all of southeast Wisconsin.

Snow starts late Friday night / early Saturday morning. By noon Saturday steady snow is expected for everyone and will stay steady the rest of Saturday through Saturday night. Saturday afternoon and evening has the best chance for some moderate areas of snowfall which will make roads snow covered. 

Wind is not expected to be a big issue with the winter storm Saturday but the wind does pick up on Sunday causing blowing snow. There will be some visibility issues with the rate of the snow Saturday afternoon and the blowing snow on Sunday. To start, major roadways might be in ok shape as the snow stays steady but light, by Saturday afternoon and evening I would expect all roads to be snow covered through Sunday morning. If you do have to travel this weekend, it may be best to leave a day early on Friday or delay travel until late Sunday morning. Otherwise, if you must travel on Saturday, the earlier you leave, the better. First thing Saturday morning would be best. 

Most of southeast Wisconsin will see 6-10" of snow with this storm. Those totals have stayed fairly steady among weather models over the last few days. Overall, highest totals are expected in our southern and western counties where 7-11" is possible and northern counties might see a little less from 5-7". 

Download the CBS 58 Weather app to track the snow with the interactive radar once it starts!