Remaining Above Normal

General Overview: SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS POSSIBLE IN THE SOUTHEAST, MIXED PRECIPITATION IN THE NORTHEAST, AND HEAVY SNOW IN THE NORTHERN PLAINS AND UPPER MIDWEST OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS. TEMPERATURES WILL BE WELL ABOVE AVERAGE IN THE WEST AND BELOW AVERAGE IN THE EAST.

EAST:  A potent storm system will bring the threat of severe thunderstorms to parts of the Southeast, particularly along the Gulf Coast and into the Carolinas. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are likely with these storms. Further north, a mix of rain, freezing rain, and snow is expected across the Northeast and Great Lakes region. This wintry mix could lead to hazardous travel conditions. As the system moves through, temperatures will drop to below average levels across much of the eastern United States.

Temperature Anomalies:

-Days 1-3: Below average temperatures, especially in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, with anomalies of 6-12°F below normal.

-Days 4-6: Temperatures begin to moderate, but still remain slightly below average for most areas.

-Days 7-10: Near normal temperatures return to most of the region by the end of the period.

CENTRAL:  A strong cold front will sweep through the central United States, bringing the potential for heavy snow across the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest. Accumulations could be significant, potentially leading to travel disruptions. Behind the front, much colder air will filter in, dropping temperatures well below average. The Southern Plains may see a mix of rain and thunderstorms as the system passes through.

Temperature Anomalies:

-Days 1-3: Temperatures plummet to 6-12°F below average across much of the region, especially in the Northern Plains.

-Days 4-6: Below average temperatures persist, gradually moderating from west to east.

-Days 7-10: Temperatures begin to rebound, with above average readings spreading across the Southern Plains and Midwest.

WEST:  High pressure will dominate the weather pattern across much of the Western United States, leading to dry conditions and well above average temperatures. The Pacific Northwest may see some rain and mountain snow as weather systems brush the region. Fire weather concerns may develop in parts of the Southwest due to the warm and dry conditions.

Temperature Anomalies:

-Days 1-3: Temperatures 6-12°F above average across most of the West, with the warmest anomalies in the interior.

-Days 4-6: Continued well above average temperatures, with some areas seeing anomalies of 12°F or more above normal.

-Days 7-10: The warm pattern persists, with above average temperatures remaining entrenched across the region.

TROPICAL: No tropical cyclone activity is expected during the next 7 days.