Driving is generally possible on 2026-01-23, with dry roads expected through the day but cold temperatures, strong west/northwest winds, and an active Winter Storm Watch (possible heavy snow later) increasing risk. Wind chill and falling temperatures this afternoon/evening raise the chance of icy spots overnight.
- 01 Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Jan 23 01:27 EST through Jan 25 01:00 EST — heavy snow and mixed precipitation are possible beginning late tonight (impacts could affect travel by Sunday/Monday).
- 02 Hourly and daily forecasts for Jan 23 show low probability of precipitation during daytime (PoP mostly 0–1%), but temperatures near freezing (high ~32°F) with west winds 5–16 mph and gusts up to ~31 mph — gusty winds can reduce vehicle control and increase wind chill.
- 03 Temperatures fall into the 20s by late afternoon and single digits overnight (low around 6°F) with wind chill values much colder; these conditions increase the risk of icy surfaces developing after sunset and create exposure hazards if stranded.
- 04 A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect through Jan 24 22:00 EST, warning of very cold wind chills that can cause frostbite/hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Safer morning driving window: 07:00–09:00 EST (roads likely dry, temperatures near mid-20s to upper-20s, lighter winds). Safer evening driving window: 15:00–17:00 EST (before temperatures fall much more and winds remain gusty); avoid travel after sunset if possible due to rapidly falling temps and higher ice risk. If you must travel, allow extra time, reduce speed for gusty winds, keep emergency supplies and warm clothing in the vehicle, and monitor forecasts/road reports for any storm developments.