Updated 02.15.21 @ 1:18p
Type: Severe Winter Weather
What: Heavy snow & strong winds
When: Through Tuesday morning
Temperatures: Mid 10s, falling into the upper single digits by Tuesday morning
Wind: NE 15 – 25 MPH (gusts up to 35 MPH Monday evening)
Blowing/ Drifting: Severe
Pavement Impacts: Plowing and salting will be required
Summary: A shield of snow will encompass all of central Indiana through the afternoon and into the late evening hours. Snow will become heavy at times by mid and late afternoon, continuing through the evening hours, including snowfall rates of 1″ to 2″ per hour. As the area of low pressure draws closer this evening, northeast winds will strengthen and gust up to 35 MPH. Periods of whiteout conditions can be expected around, or just after sunset. Falling snow will end from south to north by midnight to 2a. Strong and gusty northerly winds will continue into Tuesday morning leading to severe blowing and drifting, especially in the open country. In these areas, drifts of 3 to 4 feet are expected.
Confidence: High
Next Update: This afternoon (video)