Winter storms bringing heavy snow to metropolitan areas across the US.
Brace yourself for a dramatic shift in weather as two winter storms sweep across the United States this week. The first storm will hit on Monday night, affecting regions from the Plains to the mid-Atlantic, bringing snow and ice. Expect heavier snowfall in the Ohio Valley and mid-Atlantic, especially in the Virginias. The second storm follows closely on Tuesday night, moving from the Rockies to the Northeast, with heavy snow and potential ice impacting major cities. Stay aware of possible flash floods and prepare for a series of winter storms in January and February.
As we dive into the new week, prepare yourselves because two major winter storms are on the way, ready to sweep across the United States. Yes, you heard it right! From the Northeast to the Midwest and even into the Plains, snow and ice are about to make their grand entrance.
The first storm is gearing up to hit on Monday night, starting in the Plains and spreading its chilly effects as it moves toward the Ohio Valley and mid-Atlantic states by Tuesday night. Potentially affected cities include well-known spots like Cincinnati, Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, and even New York City—a real who’s who of metropolitan areas.
While forecasts vary widely, especially for the northern edge of the storm spanning from Kansas through Missouri to the Ohio Valley, it’s suggested that we could see up to three inches of snow in those areas. But here’s the kicker—it’s also possible that some of that might just come down as rain, or even that certain spots won’t see any precipitation at all. What a mixed bag!
Things start to look a bit more serious as we move toward the Ohio Valley and mid-Atlantic. Here, expect heavier snow to fall, particularly in the Virginias, where snow accumulations could exceed five inches. If you’re in the Ozarks, Kentucky, or parts of Virginia and North Carolina, be wary of light ice accumulation—this could make your morning commute a bit dicey.
As if that wasn’t enough, hold on to your hats because the second storm is set to roll in on Tuesday night, starting in the Rockies and central Plains. This storm will pick up pace and dive into the Midwest and mid-Atlantic by Wednesday night, before wrapping up its icy journey in the Northeast by Thursday night. Keep an eye out if you’re in cities like Denver, Kansas City, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo, and Boston—these places may experience some serious winter weather.
For those in the Northeast, get ready for some heavy snow accumulations, especially in the northern areas. Moderate to heavy snow is also expected from the central Plains all the way to the southern Great Lakes. And, just like the first storm, some ice is still likely along the southern edge, affecting areas from Oklahoma to the Ohio Valley, Appalachians, and into southern New England.
But it’s not all snow, as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are anticipated across parts of the South. With that in mind, keep an eye out for local flash flooding, especially if your area is hit by both storms in quick succession—this could lead to an increased flood threat.
Once these storms have moved through, another strong Pacific storm is expected to slam into California, and that could trigger yet another round of winter weather in the Plains and Upper Midwest by the weekend. Yikes! A potential for even more heavy rain in the South and possibly severe thunderstorms lurks on the horizon.
January and February are typically associated with severe winter weather and lots of chilly air, and this year is no different. We’ve already seen a parade of winter storms since the beginning of the month, and it looks like meteorologists expect this wave of active weather might just continue into next week too. Buckle up, everyone! A series of winter storms could impact millions of Americans, with heavy snow expected especially in the Northeastern corridor and across the Midwest and Plains.
Stay safe, stay warm, and keep those shovels handy!
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