Today is forecast to be Much Cooler than yesterday.
Nowcast as of 5:15 am CDT on March 20, 2010
Now
A powerful winter storm will move across West Texas this morning and then along the Red River valley this afternoon and evening. Ahead of the system...cold air will continue to pour south behind a strong cold front across southeast Oklahoma. At 5 am...temperatures were at or below freezing north and west of a Vernon to Duncan to Shawnee line. Radar indicated a large area of moderate to heavy snow...extending from parts of southwest Oklahoma into central and north central Oklahoma. Snowfall rates up to 1 inch per hour will be possible through the early morning hours. Precipitation near the freezing line will likely fall in the form of sleet and freezing rain before changing to snow. Many roadways are becoming slick and hazardous this morning and travel conditions will continue to deteriorate this morning...especially across north central...central and parts of southwest Oklahoma.
Forecast for Carter
Updated: 4:32 am CDT on March 20, 2010
Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM CDT Sunday...
Today
Occasional rain...light freezing rain and slight chance of thunderstorms early in the morning...then snow and rain. Areas of blowing snow. Much colder. Highs in the upper 30s. North winds 15 to 25 mph.
... Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM CDT Sunday...
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for snow and blowing snow... which is in effect from 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM CDT Sunday for parts of south central Oklahoma. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.
* Timing: this afternoon through Sunday morning.
* Main impact: rain will change over to snow by around midday. Snow and strong winds will create the potential for near- blizzard conditions. Accumulating snowfall of 2 to 4 inches is likely... with drifts up to a foot possible.
* Other impacts: wind chill temperatures will fall into the teens.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow... sleet... or freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while driving.
