Eastern Iowa To Get Up To A Foot Of Snow From Major Winter Storm

It's going to snow big time in Iowa. You didn't know that? You do now. A major winter storm is moving its way into western Iowa as we speak and by Monday evening, snow will be falling across the state.

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What we all thought a social media page was trying to put panic into Iowans.  However, it's turning out to be a pretty accurate prediction.

More than a foot of snow could fall on communities across eastern Iowa during the first major storm of the season.

Winter Storm Warning Issued For Most Of Iowa

Ahead of this major snowstorm, a Winter Storm Warning has been issued for all but seven counties in Iowa. The National Weather Service says that people should expect heavy snow with total snow accumulations of 7 to 15 inches.

Winds could gust as high as 40 mph Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday night leading to considerable blowing and drifting snow.

The Winter Storm Warning will be in effect from 6 p.m. on Monday until 6 a.m. on Wednesday.

How Much Snow Will We Get?

A lot. Expect a lot of snow to be on the ground before it's all said and done.

The National Weather Service says we could see around 6 inches or more area wide with some areas seeing more than 12 inches.

When Will The Snow Start And End?

The white stuff will start falling from the sky this evening and will finally move out of the area by late Tuesday to early Wednesday morning.

As you can see in big bold letters above, don't bank on these times.

Stay Prepared

We'll keep you updated as the snow falls, the roads get worse, and Old Man Winter starts to settle in. Make sure you download our app on your smartphone using the button below:

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You should also have winter preparedness kit for your car and home ready.

Stay safe out there and get ready because the storm is almost here.