Central Indiana Sees Significant Snowfall in First Winter Storm
Central Indiana experienced its first significant snowfall of the season, marking an early winter for the region. The National Weather Service reported nearly 2 inches of snow in Indianapolis. The snowfall began late afternoon on November 9 and continued until midday on November 10, accumulating a total of 1.8 inches in the city.
Snowfall Totals Across Central Indiana
The snow had varied impacts across the region, with areas north of Indianapolis seeing even higher totals. Frankfort reported the highest accumulation at 3.4 inches. The following are the reported snowfall amounts:
- Indianapolis Area:
- Brownsburg: 1.2 inches
- Carmel: 2.3 inches
- Eagle Creek Reservoir: 2.3 inches
- Greenfield: 1.2 inches
- Greenwood: 1 inch
- Indianapolis International Airport: 1.8 inches
- Westfield: 2.8 inches
- Zionsville: 1.7 inches
- Northern and Central Indiana:
- Anderson: 2.5 inches
- Ball State University: 3 inches
- Frankfort: 3.4 inches
- Kokomo: 3 inches
- Southern Indiana:
- Bloomington: 0.8 inches
- Columbus: 0.2 inches
- Elnora: 0.4 inches
- Nashville: 0.5 inches
Weather Forecast Ahead
The cold front is expected to linger, with scattered flurries possible until November 11 at 4 p.m. However, warmer temperatures are forecasted, potentially reaching 55 degrees by November 12. Meteorologists note that winter officially begins on December 1, while many recognize December 21 as the winter solstice.
The National Weather Service indicated that snowfall observations would continue to be updated, with higher totals anticipated as late snow reports are finalized.
This early winter storm marks a significant start to the winter season in Central Indiana. Stay informed with updates on weather conditions and snowfall totals from El-Balad.
