Upcoming Weather Patterns: Snowfall, Cooldowns, and Cold Surprises
Today’s video from Direct Weather dives into a dynamic weather pattern as we approach December. Multiple significant cold spells are expected, with some models suggesting a frigid start to December, potentially extending into early winter. Alongside these cold surges, the video explore opportunities for snowfall, focusing on regions like the Northeast, Great Lakes, and Ohio Valley, especially in the days following Thanksgiving.
Nationwide Storm Systems
Snowfall kicks off in the Northwest with the Cascades, Sierra Nevada, and Rockies experiencing steady accumulations, while rainfall impacts coastal regions. A major Arctic blast moves in midweek, bringing snowfall to areas like Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. Unseasonal snow showers may even reach southern states like Virginia and West Virginia.
By Friday, a powerful low-pressure system brings significant snowfall and strong winds to the Northwest. Simultaneously, states such as Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New Jersey could see heavier snow pockets. Early Saturday, a developing Nor’easter targets New England, impacting Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Meanwhile, snow persists in the Rockies and Sierra Nevada, delivering feet of accumulation.
Thanksgiving Week Outlook
Thanksgiving week ushers in colder air across the Midwest and Northeast, with snowfall projected in key areas. While models disagree slightly, the European model suggests a more northern track for snowstorms than the GFS, which has a southeastern bias. Both models highlight significant snow for the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast by Black Friday, with totals potentially reaching 10-20 inches in some regions.
December Trends
Looking ahead, colder-than-normal temperatures dominate through early December, with the jet stream pushing Arctic air southward. Long-range forecasts hint at continued snowfall opportunities across the Rockies, Plains, and East Coast, sustaining the potential for early-season storms.
With winter shaping up to be both active and cold, excitement builds for a front-loaded season with potential white Christmases in several regions.