Snow Accumulation

•  Current snow depth on the ground: Likely 6-8 inches total (mostly fresh, with minimal prior base), higher in drifts due to wind.

Temperatures remain cold (low-mid 20s°F daytime), with wind chills near or below zero and ongoing breezy conditions (NW winds 20-30 mph, gusts higher). Lingering flurries possible today, adding minor amounts (under 1-2 inches in spots).

Street and Road Conditions

•  State roads/highways (via Iowa DOT 511): Partially snow-covered with blowing/drifting snow in many areas around Dubuque (e.g., US 61, US 151, US 52 segments). Visibility reduced; travel hazardous. Check 511ia.org for live updates, cameras, and route-specific status.

•  City streets: Plowing active, prioritizing main routes. Secondary/residential streets, hills, and shaded areas likely still snow-packed, slushy, or icy. Conditions rated poor for driving—slow speeds, extra distance, and caution advised, especially with drifts and wind.

The storm has passed its peak, but hazards persist today. For real-time details, use Iowa 511, NWS (weather.gov/dvn), or local sources. Stay safe!

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