Strong wind gusts of 30-40 mph will make lake-effect snow favor Northwest Indiana through Thursday. 

Snowfall accumulations could range from 3 to 6" in Porter County and La Porte County could see up to 8 inches of snowfall. 

While widespread heavy snow is not expected, slick spots could develop, especially east of I-39 and near Lake Michigan, followed by sharply colder air, gusty winds, and bitter wind chills by the evening.

Here is your 7-day forecast:

Wednesday: Blustery with flurries. High: 28, Low: 15

Thursday: Lake-effect snow in Northwest Indiana. High: 26, Low: 22

Friday: Snow showers. High: 35, Low: 16

Saturday: Single digit wind chills. High: 18, Low: 7

Sunday: Wind chills near 0. High: 17, Low: 5

Monday: Partly cloudy. High: 19, Low: 4

Tuesday: Partly cloudy. High: 18, Low: 11

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