Winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories have been issued across six U.S. states as forecasters warn that parts of the country could see significant snowfall and dangerous travel conditions early this week.
The National Weather Service said some areas may receive up to 20 inches of snow between Monday and Tuesday, with strong winds expected to worsen visibility. Drivers in affected regions are being urged to postpone travel where possible due to hazardous road conditions.
Montana is among the states under a winter storm warning. Mountain ranges including the Absaroka, Beartooth, and Crazy Mountains could receive between 10 and 20 inches of snow, accompanied by wind gusts near 50 mph. Lower elevations in surrounding counties may see several inches of accumulation, creating difficult driving conditions through Monday.
In Alaska, heavy snow and high winds are forecast across several regions beginning Tuesday. Coastal areas near Bristol Bay could see more than a foot of snow, while parts of the Kuskokwim Delta may receive up to 10 inches. Officials warned that blowing snow could sharply reduce visibility and make travel very difficult. The Pribilof Islands are also expected to experience strong winds and snow through midweek.
Hawaii’s Big Island is under a winter storm watch for its higher elevations, where forecasters expect heavy snow and strong winds. Weather officials cautioned that travel to summit areas could become hazardous or impossible until conditions improve.
Wyoming is facing winter weather advisories for mountainous areas, including the Tetons and regions around Yellowstone National Park. Snowfall totals could reach double digits at higher elevations, with gusty winds likely to create blowing snow.
In Michigan, lighter but still impactful snowfall is expected across parts of Chippewa and Mackinac counties, mainly overnight Monday into Tuesday.
California’s Sierra Nevada is also under advisories, with snow forecast at higher elevations and strong winds through midweek. Some central mountain areas could receive more than a foot of snow.
According to multiple media reports citing the National Weather Service, advisories indicate a high likelihood of travel disruptions due to winter conditions.
