Spring snow records with more arriving soon

We just finished up a chilly week in Kansas and another good batch of cold air is scheduled to arrive for our third full week of the month. If you've lived in Kansas your entire life, you know cold air in April really isn't that unusual, but snow in late April is definitely weird. Although out of place, we probably won't set any records with what we are forecasting at this point.

Here's a look at latest measurable snow records for Wichita, Dodge City, and Goodland:

The system next week is one that originates in the northern Rockies and sweeps across the Plains Monday night and Tuesday. It's moving fast, so there won't be any monumental snow amounts in Kansas. And considering time of year, it's unlikely we will have shoveling because if the sun pops out for the afternoon, it will be gone in a hurry. 

I'll share with you an early look at how much accumulation right off one of the models. There will be changes in the data before it arrives, but snow seems all but certain and it will likely collect in grassy areas. You may encounter some slushy roads Monday night or early Tuesday, but with ground temperatures in the 50s, it won't be around long. 

Have a great day/weekend - enjoy the beautiful weather on Sunday.