As Indianapolis residents woke to light snow, the National Weather Service issued a special weather statement warning of accumulations under one inch, with locally higher amounts possible. The agency cautioned that the snow could create slippery roads and urged commuters to be alert for rapidly changing conditions in short distances.
The National Weather Service hazardous weather outlook shows additional chances for snow in central Indiana today and tonight, which could lead to slick conditions. Commuters should be prepared for minimal accumulations that may still make roads and sidewalks slippery.
Those heading out over the holiday weekend should bundle up, as the National Weather Service forecasts sub-zero wind chills as low as minus 15 degrees from Sunday night into Tuesday morning. Martin Luther King Day is expected to be mostly sunny, with highs near 17 degrees and wind gusts up to 29 mph.
Residents can expect changing conditions this week, with partly cloudy nights and mostly sunny days, warming to a high near 40 degrees by midweek. Motorists should remain cautious, as a slight chance of rain and snow overnight could lead to slick roads, according to the National Weather Service.
Despite potential travel disruptions, spotter activation is not expected at this time. The National Weather Service encourages the public to visit its website for more detailed weather, hydrological, and climate information.
