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Winter weather in the forecast. How cold and how much snow?

Winter weather in the forecast. How cold and how much snow?

While not a blockbuster storm, an upcoming nor'easter will bring the season's first snowflakes to portions of the eastern U.S., forecasters said.

Northeast on alert for freezing cold, first major snow storm

Northeast on alert for freezing cold, first major snow storm

A nor'easter could potentially bring the season's first snowfall to millions in the northeastern U.S., meteorologists predict.

Eastern U.S. Braces for First Snow and Coldest Air in Months Following Storm

Eastern U.S. Braces for First Snow and Coldest Air in Months Following Storm

The eastern United States is preparing for its first snowfall of the season and the coldest air in months, following a developing storm system. A low-pressure system is expected to form across the Midwest on Wednesday and strengthen as it moves east, bringing blustery and sloppy conditions from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic and into coastal parts of the Northeast. Behind this storm, a significant cold snap is anticipated for areas east of the Mississippi River, with temperatures dropping 5 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit below average. Many regions will experience their coldest weather since last spring, with sub-freezing temperatures expected in parts of the Deep South by Friday and Saturday. The cold will firmly settle over the Midwest, from Minnesota to Ohio, keeping temperatures in the 40s from Thursday through the weekend. High elevations in the Interior Northeast are likely to see their first snowfall, and lake-effect snow is expected in the Great Lakes region.

Potential Nor'easter Threatens Northeast and Great Lakes with Rain, Wet Snow, and Winds

Potential Nor'easter Threatens Northeast and Great Lakes with Rain, Wet Snow, and Winds

A potential nor'easter is forecast to bring rain, wet snow, and strong winds to the Northeast and Great Lakes regions later this week and into the weekend. This weather event is accompanied by a significant cold air mass settling across the eastern United States. A deep southward plunge in the jet stream, known as a trough, is expected to carve across the East, causing daytime high temperatures to plummet by 20 degrees Fahrenheit from Wednesday to Friday, affecting areas from Chicago to Atlanta. By the weekend, low temperatures could drop into the 30s as far south as the Florida Panhandle. A low-pressure system will develop across the Midwest by Wednesday and intensify as it moves into the Ohio Valley Wednesday night, bringing rainfall from Georgia to Michigan. By Thursday night, another low-pressure area is anticipated to form off the Eastern Seaboard, potentially leading to rain mixing with or changing over to wet snow in parts of the interior Northeast.

Nor’easter to Bring Rain, Wet Snow to Northeast This Week

Nor’easter to Bring Rain, Wet Snow to Northeast This Week

A potential nor’easter is forecast to impact the Northeast and Great Lakes later this week, bringing rain, wet snow, and gusty winds. According to The Weather Channel, a southward jet stream plunge will cause temperatures to drop by 20°F (11°C) from Wednesday to Friday across regions from Chicago to Atlanta. By Thursday night, a low-pressure system is expected to form off the Eastern Seaboard, leading to rain and wet snow in parts of the interior Northeast. Accumulating snow is most likely in higher elevations, including the mountains of northern New England, upstate New York, and the Appalachians. Major cities along the I-95 corridor, such as Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City, are expected to see rain rather than snow due to warmer ground temperatures and insufficient cold air.

White Christmas Likely in Northern U.S. States

White Christmas Likely in Northern U.S. States

As Christmas approaches, meteorologists and almanacs are predicting the likelihood of a white Christmas across the United States. A white Christmas is defined as having at least 1 inch of snow on the ground on Christmas morning. According to the Farmers' Almanac, areas with the highest odds (over 90%) include northern Minnesota, upper Michigan, northern Maine, the Sierras, the higher Rockies, and Alaska. Historical data from 1991–2020 also supports these predictions, with Duluth, Minnesota, experiencing snow on 97% of Christmases and Minneapolis on 80%. Other cities like Bismarck (73%), Buffalo (67%), and Salt Lake City (57%) also have above-average chances. Meanwhile, regions like New York City (4%) and most of the southern U.S. have significantly lower odds. The Old Farmer's Almanac adds that parts of New York, New England, and the Intermountain West may also see snow.

Cold Wave and Snowfall Expected Across Eastern United States

Cold Wave and Snowfall Expected Across Eastern United States

A nor'easter is forecast to bring the first snow of the season to parts of the eastern United States, including northern New England, upstate New York, and the Appalachians. Lake-effect snow is expected around the Great Lakes, with Michigan's Upper Peninsula likely to see 3-6 inches of snow. A significant Arctic blast will bring sub-freezing temperatures to the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast, with lows in the 20s and 30s across much of the region.

Farmers' Almanac Predicts High White Christmas Odds for Northern U.S.

Farmers' Almanac Predicts High White Christmas Odds for Northern U.S.

The Farmers' Almanac forecasts a high likelihood of a White Christmas for regions such as northern Minnesota, upper Michigan, northern Maine, the Sierras, the higher Rockies, and Alaska, with odds exceeding 90%. The publication also predicts stormy conditions with heavy snow over the Rockies and Plains on December 25. Meanwhile, The Old Farmer's Almanac anticipates snow in parts of New York, New England, and the Intermountain West, with additional chances in the Pacific Northwest, High Plains, and Ohio Valley.

Nor'easter Expected to Bring Rain and Colder Temperatures to Philadelphia, NYC, and D.C.

Nor'easter Expected to Bring Rain and Colder Temperatures to Philadelphia, NYC, and D.C.

A potential nor'easter is forecast to impact the Northeast, including Philadelphia, New York City, and Washington, D.C., from Thursday into Friday. Current predictions indicate that these major metropolitan areas will primarily experience rain, gusty winds, and a significant drop in temperatures, rather than accumulating snow. The National Weather Service (NWS) is favoring rain for NYC, northeastern New Jersey, and southern Connecticut, with only a low confidence in wet snow mixing in at higher inland elevations. Similarly, Washington, D.C., is expected to see rain east of the mountains, though accumulating snow is possible in the Alleghenies. Philadelphia and South Jersey are under watch for heavy rain, gusty winds, and potential tidal flooding in Atlantic and Cape May counties. The storm has trended tamer since earlier forecasts, with models now suggesting a faster system, less precipitation, and a reduced threat of snow at lower elevations. Much colder air is anticipated to arrive on Friday, with highs ...

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Nor'easter Could Bring First Snow to Millions Across the East

Nor'easter Could Bring First Snow to Millions Across the East

A potential nor'easter could bring the season's first snowfall to millions across the eastern United States from Thursday through Saturday as colder Canadian air sweeps into the region. Forecast models remain uncertain about the storm's track and intensity, but parts of the Great Lakes, Appalachians and interior Northeast could see accumulating snow. Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and upstate New York have some of the best chances, while major accumulation along the I-95 corridor, including New York City, remains unlikely. The storm could also bring widespread rain and gusty winds before a sharp cold blast sends temperatures tumbling into the 30s and 40s across the Northeast.