Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Waukee Tonight

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the city of Waukee today.

Rain and snow are expected this afternoon, turning to just snow after 3 p.m. Temps are expected to fall near the freezing mark by 5 p.m. with wind gusts as high as 18 m.p.h. in some areas.

Tonight, snow and blowing snow is expected before midnight with more snow predicted late. Temperatures are expected to be in the low 20s overnight.

Total snow accumulation by Friday is expected to be between 2-5 inches.

The city of Waukee has issued a snow ordinance that goes into effect today beginning at 5 p.m. and lasting until Friday at 5 p.m. Residents are asked to park off the street to allow for snow removal.