A Winter Storm Watch is in effect Friday afternoon through Sunday morning for western North Carolina. Heavy snow is possible, with forecast totals of 4–7 inches east of I-26 and 2–4 inches elsewhere. Wind gusts 25–35 mph could cause blowing snow, hazardous travel, and very poor visibility, especially Saturday. Temperatures will be in the 20s, so snow is expected to quickly stick to roads and surfaces. Travel conditions could deteriorate as early as Friday evening, potentially impacting the Friday evening commute.
