Topeka, Kansas Roads Turn Slick as Light to Moderate Snow Spreads Overnight With Accumulations Increasing

TOPEKA, KANSAS — Light to moderate snow continues to overspread Topeka late Friday night, with spotters reporting around a half inch of snow already on the ground as of 10:30 PM, and conditions expected to deteriorate further overnight as snowfall persists.

Radar imagery from the National Weather Service office in Topeka shows steady snow covering the city and surrounding areas, with roadway cameras along I-70 at Wanamaker, I-70 near the Manhattan exit, and I-35 east of Emporia already showing snow-covered and slick pavement.

Current conditions in Topeka

Snowfall rates across the city remain mostly light to moderate, but are steady enough to allow accumulation on untreated roads. Visibility has gradually lowered during heavier bursts, especially on elevated and high-speed routes.

Key observations at this hour include:

• Approximately 0.5 inches of accumulation reported so far
• Snow actively falling across the metro area
• Road conditions worsening on I-70 and major connectors
• Wet surfaces transitioning to slushy and snow-covered lanes

Overnight outlook

Snow is expected to continue through the overnight hours, with additional accumulation likely before tapering off later. While snowfall rates are not extreme, the duration of steady snow will allow totals to climb and make travel increasingly hazardous.

Temperatures remaining near or below freezing will limit melting, allowing snow to bond to road surfaces, particularly on bridges, ramps, and lesser-traveled streets.

Travel impacts

Drivers in Topeka should be prepared for:

• Slick and snow-covered roads overnight
• Reduced visibility at times
• Slower commute conditions if snow continues into early morning hours

Officials urge motorists to use caution if travel is necessary, reduce speeds, and allow extra stopping distance.

Bottom line

Topeka is settling into a prolonged period of steady snowfall, with accumulations gradually increasing and road conditions continuing to degrade overnight. While not a high-end snowstorm, the impacts will be felt most through slick travel and deteriorating road conditions.

Stay with WaldronNews for Topeka-specific updates as snowfall continues and conditions evolve through the night.