Sleet, often mistaken for small hail, forms when snowflakes partially ... icy layer that makes roads hazardous. Freezing rain begins as snow high in the atmosphere. As it falls, it passes through ...

That could change this week, when a historic winter storm is poised to sweep across the South and into north Florida, potentially bringing a wintry mix — including rain, sleet, snow and ice ...

Here's everything you need to know: The National Weather Service defines a "wintry mix" as precipitation that could include snow, sleet, freezing rain or ... that cling together as they fall ...

Freezing rain can cause dangerous travel conditions even in small amounts, according to the NWS. Sleet happens when snowflakes ... of ice crystals that hold together as they fall toward the ...

What is the weather like on Monday? A significant winter storm is moving into the area, bringing a combination of freezing rain, sleet, and snow. The forecast warns of serious risks like ...