The Platteville Journal

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12/31/2025

Winter weather advisory for Lafayette and Iowa counties until 10 p.m. for freezing drizzle.

12/30/2025

Snow and freezing drizzle will continue to develop into the area over the course of this afternoon. Highest potential for freezing drizzle will be along and west of the Mississippi River with mostly snow expected east of the Mississippi River. Freezing drizzle and snow may result in slippery road conditions so be sure to take it slow when driving this afternoon.

12/30/2025

3:20 PM Update: Freezing drizzle is starting to make roads across the Upper Mississippi River Valley very slippery. Be careful with this evenings commute as light freezing drizzle will create a light coating of ice on the roads. Stay safe and slow down!🧊

12/28/2025

Winter weather advisory for Lafayette and Iowa counties from 6 p.m. to Monday noon. Snow of 2–4 inches and winds to 45 mph possible.

12/28/2025

3:20am Sun Dec 28: Moderate to heavy snow spreads from west to east today, lasting through tonight and into early Monday morning.

Highest amounts of 5-10 inches are expected north of Interstate 90, with there being a low chance (10-20%) that some locales could near a foot in west-central Wisconsin.

Strong northwest winds increase this afternoon, resulting in blowing snow areawide and blizzard conditions likely west of the Mississippi River this evening into the morning on Monday.

Finally, the rapidly falling temperatures this afternoon, combined with the warm and wet roads, could result in untreated roadways developing icy spots.

Bottom line, those with travel plans during this time should look for ways to avoid the storm.

12/27/2025

Wind advisory for Lafayette and Iowa counties from Sunday 6 p.m. to Monday 6 p.m. Winds 20–30 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

12/27/2025

Winter weather advisory for Grant County from Sunday 3 p.m. to Monday noon. Snow of 2–4 inches and winds to 45 mph.

12/27/2025

***OUTDATED POST*** Please see our page for the latest information.

5am Sat, Dec 27: Rain tonight transitions to snow from west to east during the day on Sunday, with the snow lasting into Monday morning. Highest amounts of 4-8 inches are expected north of Interstate 90. Strong northwest winds increase Sunday afternoon, resulting in blowing snow areawide and blizzard conditions west of the Mississippi River into the morning on Monday. Finally, the rapidly falling temperatures on Sunday, combined with the warm and wet roads, could result in a flash freeze on untreated surfaces. Bottom line, those with travel plans during this time should look for ways to avoid the storm.

12/26/2025

***OUTDATED POST*** Please see our page for the latest information.

A winter storm is inching toward the region for Sunday through Sunday night. Rain to a wintry to mix to just snow are all expected. Higher snow amounts are currently expected across northern Wisconsin. Strong wind could blow and drift some of the snow later Sunday night. Storm track not set though - so keep tabs on the forecast. Travel plans? Plan ahead for winter travel conditions. Leave earlier, or delay travel to avoid peak impact timing.