Mix of Snow and Rain Forecast Across Regions

The weather forecast indicates a mix of snow and rain across various regions, with Monday starting cloudy but turning mostly sunny with highs of 40°F. In eastern Iowa, temperatures will fall into the upper 20s and low 30s, with rain and snow expected but little accumulation due to warm ground temperatures. Tuesday night brings a risk of severe storms with hail and damaging winds across several areas, including southern Wisconsin and eastern Iowa, with storms lingering into Wednesday. New England is experiencing a snowy winter despite long-term warming trends, emphasizing climate change's impact on regional winters. Snowpack serves as a natural cooling element, reflecting sunlight and protecting ecosystems, but warming winters threaten this balance. Snow is also forecasted in the Cascades through next week, affecting travel to mountain resorts.