Our team of meteorologists has also issued a First Alert for a potential ice storm that could impact the state Monday afternoon into Tuesday.
Right now, it appears a light wintry mix could develop on Monday afternoon ahead of a much bigger system that would move in on Tuesday.
The wintry mix on Monday would include a mixture of snow, sleet and freezing rain which could create slick travel across the state.
A potential ice storm could start on Tuesday with significant ice accretion possible in parts of the state. We are trying to pinpoint where in Connecticut would experience sleet vs. freezing rain.
NBC Connecticut meteorologists have issued a First Alert for a storm that will bring a wintry mix of sleet, freezing rain and rain to the state Monday into.
Weaker winds for Valentine’s Day Sunday
It was a gusty First Alert Weather Alert day Saturday. Peak winds reached up to 82 mph in Whitewater.
This photo below was sent in by Gary Belzman of a downed tree due to strong winds in the Coachella Valley Saturday. You can always share your photos with us to share@kesq.com!
Winds will be weaker Sunday and will briefly shift offshore which will allow for more sunshine. Although, we can still expect the breeze to stick around with gusts in the 20s on the valley flood through the afternoon.
Winds diminish more by the evening with another round of gusty westerly winds by Monday afternoon. A Wind Advisory has been issued beginning 6 p.m. Monday - 1 p.m. Tuesday for the Coachella Valley. Winds will be westerly 15-25 mph with gusts 45-50 mph. Use caution while driving, especially high profile vehicles.