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New Update: Thanksgiving Storm Will Dampen Travel With Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow New Update: Thanksgiving Storm Will Dampen Travel With Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow
New Update: Thanksgiving Storm Will Dampen Travel With Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow A new storm will bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain on Thanksgiving and Black Friday, causing widespread disruptions for travel and holiday festivities. A pair of scenarios will be at play as the holiday week progresses, one of which could produce accumulating snow across portions of the Ohio Valley and Northeast, AccuWeather meteorologists say. "The first scenario involves a slow-moving storm, meaning potentially longer-lasting impacts from the Tennessee and Ohio valleys through the Northeast," says AccuWeather. "The second scenario sends the same storm farther south and off the Ca…
Newly Named Tropical Storm Sara Forms: Here's Latest Newly Named Tropical Storm Sara Forms: Here's Latest
Newly Named Tropical Storm Sara Forms: Here's Latest There's a brand-new tropical storm with just two weeks remaining in the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. A system in the central Caribbean Sea called Tropical Depression 19 was upgraded to Tropical Storm Sara on Thursday afternoon, Nov. 14. It's now moving westward toward Central America.  Tropical storm warnings are in effect for parts of Honduras and Nicaragua.  "Residents in these areas should monitor the storm's progress and follow local advisories," the National Hurricane Center said. Current projections have the storm headed to Florida on Wednesday, Nov. 20. (See the …
Rare Round Of Rain Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern, Then It's Time To 'Fall Back' Rare Round Of Rain Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern, Then It's Time To 'Fall Back'
Rare Round Of Rain Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern, Then It's Time To 'Fall Back' A rare chance for rain and showers will be followed by a big change in the weather pattern at midweek. According to the National Weather Service, clouds will increase on Tuesday, Oct. 29, and temperatures will be in the low 60s. Rain and showers will move through Tuesday evening into the early morning hours of Wednesday, Oct. 30, with patchy fog overnight. Rain will be heavier farther north. Overnight lows will be in the 50s. A satellite projection of what conditions will look like at midnight on Wednesday is shown in the first image above There will be near record highs on Wednesday…
New Projected Timing Released For Potentially Major Hurricane Taking Aim At US New Projected Timing Released For Potentially Major Hurricane Taking Aim At US
New Projected Timing Released For Potentially Major Hurricane Taking Aim At US The projected timing for a potentially major hurricane taking aim at the US coast has been updated and is earlier than some initial projections. AccuWeather is forecasting a powerful Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained wind gusts of 110 to 130 miles per hour to make landfall along the Gulf Coast on Thursday, Sept. 26, likely in the Big Bend on Florida's west coast. “This is expected to be a large hurricane with a major storm surge threat and impacts that will reach hundreds of miles inland from where this storm makes landfall,” said AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jon Porter.  …
New Update: Here's Timing For Next Storm Chance After Precipitation-Free Days New Update: Here's Timing For Next Storm Chance After Precipitation-Free Days
New Update: Here's Timing For Next Storm Chance After Precipitation-Free Days A return of more humid air will fuel a new round of thunderstorms after a days-long stretch of dry, comfortable weather.The timing for the storm system is from late in the afternoon into the evening on Monday, Aug. 26. It will remain precipitation free through the weekend. The mercury will get higher on Saturday, Aug. 24, and Sunday, Aug. 25, with temps in the mid-80s, and mainly sunny skies both days, the National Weather Service says. Humidity will increase on both Sunday and Monday. Monday's high temperature will be in the low 80s. "Over the weekend, humidity levels will probably be ba…
Fall-Like Feel Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast Fall-Like Feel Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast
Fall-Like Feel Will Be Followed By Change In Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast It may not feel that way, but summer is far from over. A stretch of cool, comfortable days will be followed by a return to more seasonable temperatures, according to the National Weather Service. The high will only be around 70 degrees on Wednesday, Aug. 21, after fall-like morning temperatures in the 50s.  Some areas will see the mercury as much as 20 degrees lower than the seasonal average. Skies will be mostly sunny. Overnight, temperatures could drop to the upper 40s in areas farthest north. It will remain cool throughout the morning on Thursday, Aug. 22, before the high t…
New Round Of Powerful Storms Packed With Heavy Rain Taking Aim At Drenched Region New Round Of Powerful Storms Packed With Heavy Rain Taking Aim At Drenched Region
New Round Of Powerful Storms Packed With Heavy Rain Taking Aim At Drenched Region There's more to come. After 4 to 6 inches of rain fell through much of the Northeast in the second half of the weekend, a new round of potentially powerful storms packed with drenching downpours aims for the region on the first day of the workweek. Additional precipitation of 1 to 3 inches is expected, with locally higher amounts, on Monday, Aug. 19. Rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches in one hour are possible where there are the most severe storms. "Numerous showers and scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop ahead of an approaching cold front this afternoon into evening," t…
Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region
Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region A line of storms is now moving across the region from west to east, producing drenching downpours that are flooding some areas. A radar image of the region above, from just before 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, shows severe storms marked in red. "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Tuesday. The statement added, "Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street fl…
First Named Storm Of 2024 Hurricane Season Forms: Meet Alberto First Named Storm Of 2024 Hurricane Season Forms: Meet Alberto
First Named Storm Of 2024 Hurricane Season Forms: Meet Alberto What could be one of the most active hurricane seasons ever now has its first named storm. Tropical Storm Alberto formed late Wednesday morning, June 19 as it moved across the western Gulf of Mexico. Heavy rain, coastal flooding, and gusty winds are forecast along the coasts of Texas and northeastern Mexico through Thursday, June 20. Tropical Storm Warnings have been issued in those areas. It could make landfall, probably in Mexico, Thursday night. Up to 12 inches of rainfall is possible in parts of northern Mexico. In late May, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forec…
Lower Updated Snow Totals For Mass; Gov. Healey Says Residents Should Prepare Emergency Kits Lower Updated Snow Totals For Mass; Gov. Healey Says Residents Should Prepare Emergency Kits
Lower Updated Snow Totals For Mass; Gov. Healey Says Residents Should Prepare Emergency Kits The National Weather Service said the winter storm expected to batter much of the Northeast on Tuesday, Feb. 13, has taken a "southward shift," which could mean less snow for Massachusetts. Gov. Maura Healey has asked residents to prepare and take precautions anyway.  According to the latest prediction models, the northwestern portion of the state is now expected to receive to up 3 inches of snow, with a band running from the west through Springfield and up to Lawrence getting as much as 6 inches, according to forecasters. Worcester and Boston could receive 6 to 8 inches. …
Updated Snow Predictions Show How Much Snow Coming To Mass This Weekend Updated Snow Predictions Show How Much Snow Coming To Mass This Weekend
Updated Snow Predictions Show How Much Snow Coming To Mass This Weekend The National Weather Service says Bay Staters should prepare to be blanketed by snow this weekend. As much as a foot is forecast to fall for most of Massachusetts on Sunday, Jan. 7.  On Thursday, the National Weather Service in Boston said a cold front moving into the region Thursday night and Friday is setting the stage for high winds and cold temperatures north of I-95. That precipitation will likely come in the form of snow — a lot of it.  A winter storm watch is in effect from Saturday evening through Sunday night. Heavy snow accumulations of 8-12 inches is possible north a…
New Flash Flood Risk: Complex Storm System Could Dump Several Inches Of Rainfall New Flash Flood Risk: Complex Storm System Could Dump Several Inches Of Rainfall
New Flash Flood Risk: Complex Storm System Could Dump Several Inches Of Rainfall A complex storm system accompanying a strong cold front could bring up to 4 inches of rainfall to parts of the Northeast leading to a new threat of flash flooding. Ahead of the arrival of the system, it will be dry on Thursday, Oct. 5, with skies gradually becoming sunny after morning fog, according to the National Weather Service. The high temperature will be in the low to  mid-70s. Clouds will increase on Friday, Oct. 6 with more patchy morning fog and a chance of showers and drizzle throughout the day. The high temperature will be around 70 degrees. Showers will be more widesp…
More To Come: Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region More To Come: Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region
More To Come: Here's Timing For New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region New update - Flash Flood Risk: New Rounds Of Storms Could Bring Drenching Downpours, Isolated Tornadoes The final rounds of a potent frontal system are now pushing off the coast of eastern New England, but it may not be long before new rounds of showers and storms develop. First, the good news. The second half of the weekend will be dry will a mix of sun and clouds on Sunday, Aug. 13, and a high temperature in the mid-80s with relatively high humidity, according to the National Weather Service. It will remain mostly clear overnight and dry during the day on Monday, Aug. 14. The…
Flash Flood Threat: Here's Projected Timing For System Packed With Storms, Heavy Rain Flash Flood Threat: Here's Projected Timing For System Packed With Storms, Heavy Rain
Flash Flood Threat: Here's Projected Timing For System Packed With Storms, Heavy Rain An approaching frontal system will bring thunderstorms and heavy rain that could cause flash flooding. The system will arrive from west to east early Thursday afternoon, Aug. 10, and continue to move through into the evening. Heavy rain is expected to begin in the New York City area, Hudson Valley, and Capital regions, and western Connecticut around midday Thursday and later in the afternoon in Massachusetts and eastern Connecticut. Areas where soaking rain is expected are shown in dark green in the first image above from AccuWeather.com. About an inch of rainfall is now expected, with lo…
New System Packed With Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain Could Cause Flooding New System Packed With Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain Could Cause Flooding
New System Packed With Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain Could Cause Flooding A new system taking aim at the region will bring thunderstorms and heavy rain that could cause flooding. Current forecast models project the system will arrive from west to east starting late Thursday morning, Aug. 10. Heavy rain is expected to begin in the New York City area, Hudson Valley, and Capital regions, and western Connecticut around midday Thursday and later in the afternoon in Massachusetts and eastern Connecticut. About a half of an inch to three-quarters of an inch of rainfall is expected, with locally higher amounts where there may be flooding, according to the National Weath…
New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region After Dry, Comfortable Stretch: 5-Day Forecast New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region After Dry, Comfortable Stretch: 5-Day Forecast
New Rounds Of Storms On Track For Region After Dry, Comfortable Stretch: 5-Day Forecast After many parts of the region set records for the wettest July ever, the start of the new month will be marked by dry, comfortable weather before separate rounds of thunderstorms are expected. The break from the humid conditions continues for Tuesday, Aug. 1 with forecast dew points at noon in the 50s region-wide, with some upper 40s across some areas, according to the National Weather Service. High temperatures will range from the upper 70s to around 80 degrees under mainly sunny skies. Wednesday, Aug. 2 will be another picture-perfect day with sunny skies and a high temperature of a…
New Flash Flood Threat: Separate Rounds Of Slow-Moving Storms Take Aim At Region New Flash Flood Threat: Separate Rounds Of Slow-Moving Storms Take Aim At Region
New Flash Flood Threat: Separate Rounds Of Slow-Moving Storms Take Aim At Region Separate rounds of slow-moving storms with heavy downpours at times will bring a new risk of flash flooding to the area into early next week. AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jon Porter said that a "major concern is that renewed, serious flash flooding can occur in some of the same areas that were heavily impacted by devastating and deadly flooding in the last several days because it will now take even less rainfall to result in dangerous flash flooding in these areas given how saturated the ground is.” The time frame for the first system is overnight Thursday, July 13 into Friday, July…
'Cold Shock': Be Prepared For Low Water Temps Rest Of Warm Memorial Day Weekend 'Cold Shock': Be Prepared For Low Water Temps Rest Of Warm Memorial Day Weekend
'Cold Shock': Be Prepared For Low Water Temps Rest Of Warm Memorial Day Weekend As temperatures warm up, beaches will be crowded for the next couple of days. But forecasters are warning beachgoers to be prepared for water temperatures that are much colder than temperatures in the air. "Warm air doesn’t always mean warm water in lakes, streams, or oceans," the National Weather Service says. "Fifty-five-degree water may not sound very cold, but it can be deadly.  "Plunging into the cold water of any temperature becomes dangerous if you aren’t prepared for what the sudden exposure can do to your body and brain.  "Warm air temperatures can create a false sense …
Cold Front Will Bring Line Of Showers, Possible Storms, Followed By Shift In Temps Cold Front Will Bring Line Of Showers, Possible Storms, Followed By Shift In Temps
Cold Front Will Bring Line Of Showers, Possible Storms, Followed By Shift In Temps A cold front will move through the region accompanied by precipitation and followed by a drop in temperatures. Ahead of the late-day arrival of the front on Wednesday, May 24, skies will be mainly clear, according to the National Weather Service. The high temperature will be in the mid-70s. A line of showers will accompany the front, with a slight chance of thunderstorms, late Wednesday afternoon into the early evening. The front will sweep southward, causing a sharp drop in temperatures, starting in areas farther north and inland and continuing in the evening into Thursday, May 25. (See t…
New Snowfall Projections Released For Winter Storm Headed To Region New Snowfall Projections Released For Winter Storm Headed To Region
New Snowfall Projections Released For Winter Storm Headed To Region Click here for a new, updated story: Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Winter Storm Headed To Region New snowfall projections have been released for a new winter storm headed to the region. The time frame for the system is Friday night, March 10 into Saturday, March 11, according to the National Weather Service. Much of the region is expected to see 1 to 3 inches of snowfall (shown in light blue in the image above from AccuWeather.com). Areas farther west could see 3 to 6 inches (Columbia blue) and 6 to 12 inches (blue). For New York City, Long Island, and coastal areas, a wint…
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For New Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast Projected Snowfall Totals Released For New Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For New Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast Updated story: New Snowfall Projections Released For New Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast Projected snowfall totals have been released for a new storm on track for the Northeast later this week. The time frame for the system is Friday night, March 10 into Saturday, March 11, according to the National Weather Service. Much of the region is expected to see 1 to 3 inches of snowfall (shown in light blue in the image above from AccuWeather.com). Areas farther west could see 3 to 6 inches (Columbia blue) and 6 to 12 inches (blue). Areas farther east, including Long Island, Connecticu…
Approaching Winter Storm Could Bring Snowfall To Northeast: Here's Projected Timing Approaching Winter Storm Could Bring Snowfall To Northeast: Here's Projected Timing
Approaching Winter Storm Could Bring Snowfall To Northeast: Here's Projected Timing New update: Projected Snowfall Totals Released For New Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast A brand-new storm on track for this week could bring accumulating snowfall to the Northeast. The time frame for the system is Friday night, March 10 into Saturday, March 11, according to the National Weather Service. "It is possible for accumulating snow to reach all the way to coastal areas of New Jersey, New York, and southern New England," AccuWeather Meteorologist Joseph Bauer said. Ahead of the expected arrival of the storm, the remainder of the workweek will be dry and breezy, the Nation…
Storm Scenarios: Final Track Will Determine What Parts Of Region Could See Wintry Mix Storm Scenarios: Final Track Will Determine What Parts Of Region Could See Wintry Mix
Storm Scenarios: Final Track Will Determine What Parts Of Region Could See Wintry Mix A new winter storm could bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain that could cause slippery travel conditions in parts of the region. The time frame for the system is late Monday night, March 6 into Tuesday morning, March 7, according to the National Weather Service. But its projected track is uncertain. One forecast model is taking it a bit farther west. (See the image above from AccuWeather.com.)  In those inland areas, 1 to 3 inches of snowfall is possible. Areas farther west could see 3 to 6 inches of accumulation. Another model has the system moving more to the east, meaning m…
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel A new storm headed to the region is expected to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain that could cause slippery travel conditions. The time frame for the system is late Monday night, March 6 into Tuesday morning, March 7, according to the National Weather Service. Leading up to the storm's arrival, Sunday, March 5 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid to upper 40s. Monday will start off with clear skies as the high temperature climbs to around the 50-degree mark. Clouds will increase at night ahead of the storm's arrival.  Areas where the overnight temperature stays…
Track Shifts For Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast: New Projected Snowfall Totals Track Shifts For Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast: New Projected Snowfall Totals
Track Shifts For Winter Storm Taking Aim On Northeast: New Projected Snowfall Totals The projected track has shifted for a new winter storm headed for the Northeast as an unsettled weather pattern arrives in the area. The current projected time frame for possible snowfall is from Friday evening, March 3 into Saturday, March 4, the National Weather Service says. Precipitation is expected to start as rainfall Friday afternoon, before changing over to a wintry mix and snow, especially in areas farther north and inland. Areas near the coast could see heavy rainfall, coastal flooding, and strong winds with gusts up to 45 miles per hour. The highest snowfall totals will be&…
More To Come? New Winter Storm Could Be On Track For Later In Week More To Come? New Winter Storm Could Be On Track For Later In Week
More To Come? New Winter Storm Could Be On Track For Later In Week As snowfall lingers from the most potent storm of the season, forecasters are monitoring the potential for a new winter system on track for the region at week's end. The current projected time frame for possible snowfall is from late Friday morning, March 3 into Saturday, March 4, the National Weather Service says. Since the high temperature Friday will be in the upper 30s, rain could mix with snow at times in the afternoon, before a drop in temps overnight leads to the possibility of a changeover to all snow heading into Saturday morning. "A number of factors will come into play to d…
New Storm System On Track For Region: Here's What's Coming New Storm System On Track For Region: Here's What's Coming
New Storm System On Track For Region: Here's What's Coming Get set for a spring break ahead of a new storm system that will sweep through the region. Temperatures will climb in the upper 50s and low 60s on Wednesday, Feb. 15, and Thursday, Feb. 16 under cloudy skies both days before a new storm system arrives Thursday afternoon into Friday, Feb. 17, according to the National Weather Service. "It will be warm enough that many people will be able to ditch extra layers and winter gear altogether, as the weather will feel much more like late April rather than mid-February," AccuWeather.com forecasters say. Close to an inch of rain is possible before t…
Significant Storm Possible At Week's End: Separate Rounds Of Precipitation Will Come First Significant Storm Possible At Week's End: Separate Rounds Of Precipitation Will Come First
Significant Storm Possible At Week's End: Separate Rounds Of Precipitation Will Come First Separate rounds of precipitation will precede a potentially more significant storm on track for the region at the end of the week. Tuesday, Feb. 7 will be clear and brisk during the day before the arrival of a frontal system that will moderate temperatures. The system will move across the region late in the afternoon and in the evening, bringing mixed precipitation, with mainly showers and light snow and areas of sleet or freezing rain that could result in localized slippery travel farthest north and inland.  After the front passes, the high temperature on Wednesda…
New Storm Will Bring Accumulating Snowfall, Cause Slippery Travel Conditions: Here's Latest New Storm Will Bring Accumulating Snowfall, Cause Slippery Travel Conditions: Here's Latest
New Storm Will Bring Accumulating Snowfall, Cause Slippery Travel Conditions: Here's Latest A brand-new storm will bring widespread accumulating snowfall to the region and cause slippery travel conditions. It's due to arrive during the day Wednesday, Jan. 25. It could dump up to a foot of snow across some interior areas, with generally around 2 inches of accumulation around the I-95 corridor, unlike the first storm of this week, according to AccuWeather.com.  If it happens, it would be the first measurable snowfall of the 2022-23 season in New York City. The currently projected timing for the system has it moving from west to east starting around midday Wednesday, the N…
Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect
Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect A new storm taking aim at the Northeast could bring up to a foot of snow to some spots in northern New York and New England. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Jan. 19 before exiting during the morning on Friday, Jan. 20. For projected snowfall totals, see the first image above from AccuWeather.com: 6 to 12 inches of snowfall in the areas shown in royal blue,  3 to 6 inches in the areas shown in Columbia blue,  1 to 3 inches in areas shown in sky blue. Most of this region will see mainly rain. (Click on the second image above.) About an inch of rainfall is expected in…
Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow
Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow A potent storm bringing a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, sleet, and snow is nearing the Northeast. The system is now expected to arrive in this region earlier than had been earlier predicted, on Thursday morning, Jan. 12, before continuing through the afternoon and intensifying Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. Northern New York and New England could see up to 6 inches of snowfall. (Click on the first image above for snowfall projections.) In most of the Northeast, mainly rain is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in those par…