Widespread conditions are generally light to moderate with scattered snow in pockets and some breezy spots. The heaviest accumulation is in Fairbanks (≈18 cm) with other pockets around 5–15 cm across the West and Great Lakes region. Winds stay mostly under 60 km/h, though isolated gusts near 50–53 km/h may create slick stretches on secondary routes. No region shows a threshold for automatic school closures, and morning commutes should be routine for most families, with a quick snow cleanup and extra time advised where heavier snow has accumulated.
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