Winter weather advisories have been issued for Connecticut starting Saturday morning.

The first advisory was issued for 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Litchfield County. Another advisory was issued for 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Fairfield and New Haven counties. 

Storm Watch Team meteorologist Steve Teeling says Saturday will be rainy and windy to start, with the rain changing over to wet heavy snow during the afternoon before ending. Minor accumulations are possible, especially in northern areas.

The wind stays very gusty in the afternoon and overnight with some of the winds gusting over 50 mph. Some damage and power outages are also possible.

Sunday will be mostly sunny, windy and cold with highs only in the 30s.

The workweek kicks off with sunny skies and highs in the mid-50s.