Winter Weather Advisory Now Issued For Stamford

STAMFORD, CT — A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for southern Fairfield and New Haven counties. The NWS is warning commuters to be prepared for a tough Friday evening commute as between one and three inches of snow are expected.

The advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Friday.

“Plan on snow covered roads, including during the evening commute. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches are expected,” the NWS warned in its advisory.

NBC Connecticut Meteorologist Ryan Hanrahan said, "Pretty sudden change to the forecast for Friday evening. Once again light and fluffy but will be a pain for the PM commute."

WTNH News 8 Meteorologist Gil Simmons said, "snow is the headline for later this afternoon and evening. Another Dusting to around 2" expected but the timing STINKS!"

Fox 61 Meteorologist Matt Scott said, "Our high resolution future radar is suggesting the ride home will have issues - snowy issues. 1-2" possible along the shoreline - I-95 Road Warriors take heed and give yourself some extra time!"
Below is the hyperlocal forecast:
This Afternoon

Snow likely, mainly after 5pm. Cloudy, with a high near 29. Southwest wind 3 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Tonight
Snow, mainly before 11pm. Low around 23. Wind chill values between 15 and 20. West wind 5 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of less than one inch possible.

Saturday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 37. Wind chill values between 15 and 25. West wind 11 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.

Saturday Night
Partly cloudy, with a low around 22. Northwest wind 5 to 13 mph.

Sunday
Mostly sunny, with a high near 36. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the morning.