A winter storm will bring freezing temperatures and the potential for icy conditions to Houston this weekend. Here's the latest on the timing of the storm, the impacts and just how cold it could get.

The extreme cold watch, which will be in effect from Saturday night to Monday morning, was issued Wednesday because of "dangerously cold wind chills"

A tenth of an inch of ice can lead to slick roadways and sidewalks, while a quarter-inch of ice or more could snap tree limbs and down power lines.

Timeline shows when freezing temperatures, travel issues and ice could arrive.

Live updates on the Houston winter storm timeline, forecast, preparations and potential for icy roads.

It's still several days off, but we could see winter weather this weekend. Impact and timing will likely change, but we want to give you an early heads up!

"The biggest threat here is the cold."

A tenth of an inch of ice can lead to slick roadways and sidewalks, while a quarter-inch of ice or more could snap tree limbs and down power lines.

As a powerful Arctic front moves into Texas, winter weather is expected to stretch beyond Houston, with different parts of the state facing snow, sleet or freezing rain over the weekend.

It doesn’t take much ice to cause major problems. Even small accumulations can make roads dangerous and knock out power across Southeast Texas.

SAN ANTONIO - Local school districts have began canceling school or rescheduling certain weekend ecvents ahead of a major winter storm set to land this weekend.