A powerful late spring system produced a band of very heavy snow across the region on the evening of March 31, and ending during the early morning of April 01 (see corresponding entry for April). Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour combined with northwest winds of 30 to near 40 mph hour. This was a heavy, wet snow, and as a result there were widespread power outages with the highest snowfall amounts across eastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin. In some areas, recovery lasted multiple days before full power was restored.
A report from the fire chief in Stillwater Minnesota (Washington County) said this was a major event, stating they had whiteout conditions from 0100 to 0230 AM. The amount of trees down and power outages were significant. I have not experienced this during a winter storm during my career.
A few notable snowfall amounts are:
13.0 inches near Oakdale in Washington County.
12.0 inches near Woodbury in Washington County.
12.0 inches near Monticello in Wright County.
12.0 inches near Medina in Hennepin County.
11.1 inches near Coon Rapids in Anoka County.
9.5 inches near Watertown in Carver County.
9.0 inches near North St Paul in Ramsey County.
9.0 inches near Eden Valley in Meeker County.
9.0 inches near Northfield in Dakota County.
8.5 inches near Prior Lake in Scott County.
8.4 inches near Winsted in McLeod County.
8.0 inches near Dundas in Rice County.
7.8 inches near Paynesville in Stearns County.
7.8 inches near New Prague in Le Sueur County.

Winter Storm in POPE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 2200 CST. Snow continued to fall during the early morning hours of April 01. There were no snowfall reports directly in the county, but surrounding counties had over 6 inches of snow in less than 12 hours.

Winter Storm in BENTON, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 6.0 inches near Sauk Rapids. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in WRIGHT, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.6 inches near Rockford. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in RICE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 5.8 inches near Faribault, and 7.0 inches near Northfield. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in CHIPPEWA, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 3.1 inches total, but gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in MILLE LACS, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.0 inches  just to the east of the county line near Princeton. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in MEEKER, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 9.0 inches near Eden Valley, and 6.3 inches near Dassel. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in SCOTT, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.0 inches near Elko New Market, and 8.5 inches near Prior Lake. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in YELLOW MEDICINE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 4.7 inches total just across the eastern county line in Belview MN. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in ISANTI, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.0 inches near Princeton. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in MCLEOD, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.0 inches near Hutchinson, and 7.3 inches near Silver Lake. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in DAKOTA, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.5 inches near Rosemount and 8.5 inches near Hastings. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm. Emergency management reported that numerous trees were downed due to heavy snow on Water St. in Downtown St. Paul.  The road remained impassible for three days before being cleared.

Winter Storm in DOUGLAS, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 2200 CST. Snow continued to fall during the early morning hours of April 01. A CoCoRahs observer reported 8.1 inches in southern Douglas County.

Winter Storm in REDWOOD, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 4.7 inches in Belview MN. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in CHISAGO, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 11.3 inches near Chisago City. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in SIBLEY, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 6.0 inches just east of the county line near Le Sueur. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in GOODHUE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 8.1 inches near Welch. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in STEVENS, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 2200 CST. Snow continued to fall during the early morning hours of April 01. A CoCoRahs observer reported 7.8 inches in central Stevents County.

Winter Storm in BROWN, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 3.7 inches in New Ulm MN. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in ANOKA, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 11.1 inches near Coon Rapids. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in SHERBURNE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 5.0 inches near Zimmerman, and 8.0 inches were measured just south of the county line near Elk River. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in SWIFT, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

This is a continuation of the winter storm that began on March 31. A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 2200 CST. Snow continued to fall during the early morning hours of April 01. There were no snowfall reports directly in the county, but surrounding counties had over 6 inches of snow in less than 12 hours.

Winter Storm in RENVILLE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 4.5 inches near Danube MN. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in WASHINGTON, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. Co-op observers measured 13.0 inches and 11.3 inches near Woodbury. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions, power outages, and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in BLUE EARTH, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 3.6 inches near Mankato. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in LAC QUI PARLE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 2200 CST. Snow continued to fall during the early morning hours of April 01. There were no snowfall reports directly in the county, but surrounding counties had over 6 inches of snow in less than 12 hours.

Winter Storm in KANDIYOHI, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 5.5 inches near Norway Lake, and 8.5 inches in the northeast part of the county near Regal. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in RAMSEY, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. Co-op observers measured anywhere from 8 to 12 inches across the county. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions, power outages, and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in NICOLLET, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 3.0 inches near Mankato. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in STEARNS, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 11.0 inches near Belgrade, and 8.4 inches near Luxemburg. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in HENNEPIN, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. Co-op observers measured anywhere from 8 to 10 inches across the county. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions, power outages, and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in LE SUEUR, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 6.0 inches near Le Sueur. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in CARVER, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0100 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. Co-op observers measured anywhere from 8 to 10 inches across the county. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 35 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in WASECA, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 6.0 inches near Waseca. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.

Winter Storm in STEELE, MINNESOTA
From 31-MAR-23 19:00:00 to 31-MAR-23 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A wintry mix with a couple hours of very heavy snow and strong northwest winds produced hazardous driving conditions. Based on surrounding reports, radar, ASOS observations, and MNDOT road conditions, this event verified at 0300 CST on April 01, before the snow ended during the early morning hours of April 01. A Co-op observer measured 4.6 inches near Ellendale, and 4.0 inches near Owatonna. In addition to the heavy snow, gusty winds near 40 mph led to periods of whiteout conditions and snow covered roads, which verified the winter storm.