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Heavy Snow in the Northwest; Wintry Mix from the Great Lakes to Northeast

Two cold fronts will pass through the Northwest U.S. this week with the main impact being heavy mountain snow across the Cascades, and northern Rockies. A quick moving storm system will bring mixed precipitation including some freezing rain to the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes today then the Northeast U.S. tonight into Wednesday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Jan 6, 2026 at 3:14:08 pm MST

Rain and snow are expected to return Wednesday and Thursday. Snow levels start around 7000 feet Wednesday afternoon, falling to 5500-6500 feet Wednesday Night and then 4500-5500 feet Thursday. Winter driving conditions are expected at times, with the threat of heavier snow Thursday afternoon and evening.
It was a warm year in northern Arizona, with many locations in the top 5 warmest on record. Most areas were drier than normal, with a few exceptions including Winslow and Payson.

 

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