How much snow? Biggest storm of the season so far is headed to Wichita area
UPDATE, 11 a.m. Feb. 1, 2022: The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for south-central Kansas, including Wichita, from 9 p.m. Tuesday night to 6 a.m. Thursday.
The most recent forecast map shows the highest concentration of snow in southeast Kansas, with most locations receiving an estimated 5 to 7 inches, the weather service said.
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Enjoy the warmer weather while you can. A winter storm — with potentially six inches of snow for the Wichita area — is headed for parts of south central and southeast Kansas.
Here’s what National Weather Service meteorologist Eric Metzger says is expected. He notes the forecast could change:
Rain is expected early Tuesday afternoon. The rain-sleet mix is expected to transition to all snow early Wednesday, Metzger says.
The wind chill is expected to get steadily worse starting Tuesday night. Metzger says the area could see wind chills of 11 or 12 below zero.
Driving advisories will be in effect. Those who must travel are advised to slow down and take extra time, he said.
The city of Wichita says it will be ready to roll out snow plows if needed.
“It will really depend on the changing weather patterns, but our typical contingent response when we are able to pre-treat begins a day prior to anticipated winter storms,” said Megan Lovely, communications manager for the city of Wichita.
The storm is expected to end around noon Thursday.
This story was originally published January 31, 2022 at 12:22 PM.