The National Weather Service today (Monday) said a widespread snow event is forecast for much of Friday into early Saturday across the state. There remains some uncertainty with respect to actual snowfall totals, but confidence is increasing in the timing and location of the snow event. In addition the widespread snow, blustery north to northeast winds are expected and will likely cause significant visibility restrictions along with blowing and drifting snow Friday afternoon into Saturday.

Then, an Arctic blast of bitter cold temperatures and wind chills filter into the state over the weekend. Sub-zero wind chills are anticipated for much of the weekend, with many locations dipping as low as 20 to 35 below zero by Saturday night into Sunday morning.