The first wintry blast of the season will bring a mix of rain and snow to the state today, with frigid cold air pushing in overnight.

Weather officials say the possibility for snow in Des Moines and other parts of Iowa could come as early as this weekend.

IOWA, USA — The Local 5 Weather Team has issued a Weather Impact Alert Day for Saturday, Nov. 8, as some Iowans may see the first snow of the season this weekend.

Tracking rain, snow, and a chance for slick roads over the weekend. Where this will all line up in your storm team 8 forecast.

Several states are bracing for severe winter weather this weekend as forecasters from the NWS issue warnings for snow and ice.

It’s Election Day, and voters across Iowa are headed to the polls. This year’s ballot include a mix of city and school elections, alongside several ballot initiatives in certain areas. School board candidates successfully elected today will start their terms this fall, and city candidates will begin in early 2026.

While the weekend's wintry weather is by no means extreme, Iowa State Patrol Sgt. Alex Dinkla says it can have real safety implications for drivers.