April is right around the corner, but a spring storm system will bring snow and a glaze of ice over the weekend. Travel issues are possible.

There is potential for significant ice accumulation. This could lead to power outage threats as weighted tree limbs may snap or come into contact with power lines. Snow arrives Friday night and will be heavy at times during the first half of the day on Saturday.

A mix of rain and snow starting overnight Friday and carrying into Saturday will leave roads slick and snowy by morning, according to the National Weather Service.

Sea ice plays many important roles for the global climate: Its white surface can reflect energy back into space, helping the planet cool. It also acts like a blanket for the ocean, insulating it and preventing ocean heat from reaching the atmosphere. Less sea ice means more heat goes in Earth’s systems, warming the atmosphere and the oceans.

Arctic sea ice had its weakest winter buildup since record-keeping began 47 years ago. Scientists say it's a symptom of climate change that will have repercussions in weather globally.

Just 5.53 million square miles of ice had formed as of March 22, the smallest maximum extent since satellite records began in the 1970s.