An arctic blast is set to bring subzero wind chill temperatures in Connecticut. Meteorologists tell us how to prepare.

Connecticut may see a snowy dusting Saturday morning, according to the National Weather Service. Starting at 3 a.m., a slight chance of snowfall is predicted with a 20% chance of precipitation, according to the NWS. Temperatures are expected to be as low as 24 degrees.

Light snow is expected Saturday morning in Connecticut that may cause slippery roads conditions, the weather service said.

Much of the tri-state is under a winter storm warning for a snowstorm Sunday that could bring the most accumulating snow to the area in nearly three years. Snow began falling heavier after 4 p.m. as temperatures began drop leading to more accumulations.

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Tens of millions of residents along the East Coast are bracing for several inches of snow Sunday followed by dangerously cold temperatures that will grip much of the country from the Northern Plains to the tip of Maine.

The NWS has issued storm and extreme cold warnings this weekend as powerful Arctic winds plunge temperatures nationwide.

Snow showers will develop Thursday in Connecticut with a dusting possible in some areas, weather service said.

Connecticut is expected to receive between 4 to 8 inches of snow across the state, with highs of 10 inches forecasted in some areas.

After a sunny and pleasant day Friday in Connecticut, rain and accumulating snow is expected this weekend before deep freeze next week, weather service says.

Connecticut will see rain Saturday afternoon before a snowstorm is expected to hit the state Sunday, along with frigid temps through next week, the NWS says.