Winter Weather in Iowa, Wisconsin

Winter Weather January 21, 2026 · Iowa, Wisconsin

What the National Weather Service wrote

Between 1 to 3 inches of snow observed countywide, with locally higher totals over 4 inches. Highest accumulation of 4.5 inches observed in Dodgeville.

The wider storm

A narrow but heavy band of snow developed near the Wisconsin-Illinois border during the evening hours. Enhanced hourly snowfall rates within the snow band led to snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with locally higher totals. Overlapping with the evening commute, the snowfall led to slippery road conditions. Winds became gusty after the snow ended, leading to blowing snow and reduced visibilities.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1302783. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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