Winter Weather — Iowa, Wisconsin

2024-12-19 to 2024-12-20 · Iowa, Wisconsin

Event narrative

Long duration snowfall brings widespread 2-5 inch accumulations countywide. Highest total of 4.8 inches observed in Dodgeville.

Wider weather episode

An Alberta Clipper crossed southern Wisconsin, bringing a long duration of snowfall to the region. Most locations saw between 3-6 inches of accumulation, with over-performing totals during an evening band of heavy snow in east-central Wisconsin. Storm total snow accumulations in the 7-11 inch range occurred over this area, which were higher than forecast. Snow-covered roads led to multiple crashes, one of which was fatal in Dane County.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1224573. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.