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Winter Outlook Predictions Released: Here's What Forecasters Expect Winter Outlook Predictions Released: Here's What Forecasters Expect
Winter Outlook Predictions Released: Here's What Forecasters Expect With the Labor Day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer, forecasters are starting to look ahead and predict what's in store for the winter of 2025. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says heavy precipitation is expected in the areas shown in the darkest shade of green in the first image above. Areas shown in light green are "leaning above average" in terms of snowfall. NOAA predicts temperatures should also lean above average. (See the second image above.) The Old Farmer's Almanac, which has been in business since 1792, is singing a bit of a di…
'Get Your Snow Shovels Ready': AccuWeather Releases Winter Outlook 'Get Your Snow Shovels Ready': AccuWeather Releases Winter Outlook
'Get Your Snow Shovels Ready': AccuWeather Releases Winter Outlook Forecasters for AccuWeather have released their projections for the winter of 2023-24. Senior Meteorologist Paul Pastelok and his team are saying it's shaping up to be much different than last winter, especially across the central and eastern United States, and one month may leave the biggest impression. "February can be an active and intense month," Pastelok said. One of the driving forces this winter will be the strengthening El Niño, which will play a significant role in the weather across the United States throughout the entire winter season.  Earlier report - 'Super'…
'Get Ready For A Winter Wonderland': Old Farmer's Almanac Releases 2023-24 Forecast 'Get Ready For A Winter Wonderland': Old Farmer's Almanac Releases 2023-24 Forecast
'Get Ready For A Winter Wonderland': Old Farmer's Almanac Releases 2023-24 Forecast The mild winter of 2022-23 may become a distant memory with more typical conditions expected in 2023-24, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. "The 2024 Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts snow, seasonable cold, and all of winter’s delights," states the publication, which has been making long-term weather forecasts since 1792. "This winter’s forecast is sure to excite snow bunnies and sweater lovers alike, promising a whole lot of cold and snow across North America." In the Northeast,  snow will arrive beginning in November, with storms, showers, and flurries continuing through the sta…
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…
Don't Write Off Winter Yet: Here's Long-Range Outlook As Groundhog Day Nears Don't Write Off Winter Yet: Here's Long-Range Outlook As Groundhog Day Nears
Don't Write Off Winter Yet: Here's Long-Range Outlook As Groundhog Day Nears Punxsutawney Phil may be getting warmed up -- literally -- to make his annual Groundhog Day prognostication from his perch in Pennsylvania.  However, no matter what he says, it will still feel like winter for most of the Northeast over the next six weeks, according to a brand-new long-range forecast. According to AccuWeather.com, most of the Northeast is in the "Winter Leaves, Then Returns Category" in the outlook for the next six weeks. (See the image above.) Nevertheless, as we approach Groundhog Day, on Thursday, Feb. 2, the first of Phil's options appears to be off the table.…
Chance For New Round Of Rain Will Be Followed By Dip In Temps As Groundhog Day Nears Chance For New Round Of Rain Will Be Followed By Dip In Temps As Groundhog Day Nears
Chance For New Round Of Rain Will Be Followed By Dip In Temps As Groundhog Day Nears Punxsutawney Phil has one job. And through the years, he's done it pretty well. For the last three-quarters of a century, from his perch in Pennsylvania, the beloved groundhog has correctly predicted whether there will be an early spring 69 percent of the time, according to an Axios analysis of NOAA data. But this year, the beloved critter's job might be a bit more complicated. After all, according to legend, there will be six more weeks of winter if he sees his shadow. If he does not, then spring will come early. But as we approach Groundhog Day, on Thursday, Feb. 2, the first of Phil's …
Here's Next Window For Snowfall As Alberta Clippers Sweep Through Northeast Here's Next Window For Snowfall As Alberta Clippers Sweep Through Northeast
Here's Next Window For Snowfall As Alberta Clippers Sweep Through Northeast There are no major winter storms currently on track in the coming days for the region, but quick-hitting snowstorms known as Alberta clippers are forecast for parts of the Northeast, according to AccuWeather.com. Most of the Clipper activity this week will be in upstate New York and northern New England, but there will be a window in which some snow is possible in this region later in the week. Tuesday, Feb. 8 will be partly cloudy with a high temperature in the low 40s, according to the National Weather Service. There will be sunny skies on Wednesday, Feb. 9 on a blustery day, with a high…
Arrival Of Icy Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causes Many School Closures Arrival Of Icy Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causes Many School Closures
Arrival Of Icy Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causes Many School Closures The arrival of a massive winter storm bringing a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain has caused many school closures throughout the region on Friday, Feb. 4. As the morning has progressed, a wave of cold air has allowed the wintry mix and snow lines to shift southward. (See the radar image above.) That trend will continue as the temperature gradually continues to fall throughout the day. Winter weather advisories are in effect throughout the region until 7 p.m. Friday. While most of the region will see little or no snowfall accumulation, icy conditions will continue through the …
Icy Mix Will Be Followed By Deep Freeze As Arctic Air Mass, Coldest Temps Of Season Arrive Icy Mix Will Be Followed By Deep Freeze As Arctic Air Mass, Coldest Temps Of Season Arrive
Icy Mix Will Be Followed By Deep Freeze As Arctic Air Mass, Coldest Temps Of Season Arrive A new round of freezing rain accompanying a cold front will be followed by the arrival of an arctic air mass that will result in a plunge in temperatures. There have been reports of hazardous travel in areas that precipitation falls and temperatures remain below freezing on Sunday morning, Jan. 9, with a Winter Weather Advisory in effect until noon Sunday in areas north of New York City and Long Island, not including eastern Connecticut. "Slow down and use caution while traveling," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Statement released Sunday morning.&nbs…
Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service
Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has just released its outlook for the winter of 2021-22.NOAA's National Weather Service forecasters are predicting cooler-than-average and wetter-than-average conditions in parts of the North with La Niña conditions once again predicted to shape part of the overall weather patterns this winter. For precipitation predictions for the upcoming season, see the first image above. Click here to see the complete NOAA winter outlook report. For a video look at NOAA's winter outlook, click here. Related story - Snow Joke: Get…
Arctic Blast, New Storm Could Be Coming After Stretch Of Dry Days, Meteorologists Say Arctic Blast, New Storm Could Be Coming After Stretch Of Dry Days, Meteorologists Say
Arctic Blast, New Storm Could Be Coming After Stretch Of Dry Days, Meteorologists Say A stretch of dry days with temperatures a bit above normal are expected at least through this weekend. But soon after that, we could see an Arctic blast that may lead to a big winter storm. "Enjoy the 'warmth' while it lasts, because Old Man Winter is looking to return with a vengeance," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson said. AccuWeather Senior and Lead Long-Range Meteorologist Paul Pastelok, meanwhile, noted that "Many of the chips are beginning to line up to suggest we will see a shift of the polar vortex and an Arctic invasion across the central and eastern US and Canada…
New Snowfall Projections Released For Storm That Will Sweep Through Region New Snowfall Projections Released For Storm That Will Sweep Through Region
New Snowfall Projections Released For Storm That Will Sweep Through Region New snowfall projections have been released for a storm system that will sweep through the region, bringing up to several inches of accumulation for areas inland from New York City and Long Island. A look at the latest projected snowfall totals from Sunday afternoon, Jan. 3 into early Monday morning, Jan. 4 is shown in the image above, released early Sunday morning by the National Weather Service. A Winter Weather Advisory for much of the area from 9 a.m. Sunday into midnight Monday for areas north of I-287 and the Merritt Parkway in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. Motorists in th…
Cool, Dry Weather Forecast For New Year's Eve - Then Comes The Rain Cool, Dry Weather Forecast For New Year's Eve - Then Comes The Rain
Cool, Dry Weather Forecast For New Year's Eve - Then Comes The Rain A cold front pushing a snow/rain storm toward the east seems to have been delayed until tomorrow night, leaving New Year’s Eve nice and dry. On Thursday, New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, the temperature is expected to reach a high of 41 degrees and a low near 37. Wine will be moderate at around 7 mph, according to the National Weather Service. The weather is predicted to be clear dry. Clouds will start to gather on New Year’s Day, Friday, Jan. 1. There may be a period of brief snow in the northern part of Massachusetts and freezing rain mixed with sleet for the rest of the state starting around 4 o…