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Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service
Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center has just released its outlook for the winter of 2024-25. A“slowly-developing” La Niña is expected to shape weather throughout the country from December through February, NOAA says. The La Niña phenomenon occurs when water temperatures near the equator in the eastern Pacific Ocean remain below the historical average for an extended period, which can significantly influence weather patterns across North America, including the trajectory of snowstorms. “This winter, an emerging La Niña is anticipated to …
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…
Dueling Winter Weather Predictions Released By Old, New Farmer's Almanacs Dueling Winter Weather Predictions Released By Old, New Farmer's Almanacs
Dueling Winter Weather Predictions Released By Old, New Farmer's Almanacs The Old Farmer's Almanac has released its winter weather predictions for the 2024-25 season. This year's title speaks for itself: "The 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac Forecasts a 'Calmer, Gentler' Winter." The Old Farmer's Almanac touts 80 percent accuracy in its forecasts dating back to 1792. Last year, it predicted a winter wonderland. Parts of the forecast seem to contradict the predictions of the Farmer's Almanac, which predicts this winter will be a wet one with "above-normal amounts of winter precipitation and near-to above-normal temperatures" in the Northeast. Snow will be mos…
Two Tornadoes Touched Down In Virginia During Tropical Storm: National Weather Service Two Tornadoes Touched Down In Virginia During Tropical Storm: National Weather Service
Two Tornadoes Touched Down In Virginia During Tropical Storm: National Weather Service The National Weather Service has confirmed that at least two tornados touched ground in Virginia as they continue to probe the damage done by Tropical Storm Debby.  Storms rolled through the region late last week, wreaking havoc in parts of the DMV region, including several areas in Virginia. The first confirmed tornado was an EF-1 in the Glendie area at around 7:50 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9, bringing estimated peak winds at 90 mph that spanned more than seven miles. A third tornado associated with the remnants of Debbie has been confirmed in our area. It was an EF-1 in the Glendie …
Separate Rounds Of Showers Will Follow Late Winter Warmup: 5-Day Forecast Separate Rounds Of Showers Will Follow Late Winter Warmup: 5-Day Forecast
Separate Rounds Of Showers Will Follow Late Winter Warmup: 5-Day Forecast Separate rounds of showers will follow a springlike stretch marked by mild temperatures and clear skies. It will be sunny with temperatures above average on Wednesday, March 13, and Thursday, March 14 with high temperatures in the mid-60s on Wednesday and upper 60s on Thursday with calm winds. The first round of showers will move in overnight Thursday into Friday, March 15. Showers will continue through early Friday afternoon on a mostly cloudy day with temps in the 60s. There will be another round of showers early Friday evening. A total of about a quarter of an inch of precipitation is…
Tropical Storm Warning Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Ahead Of Rainy Weekend Tropical Storm Warning Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Ahead Of Rainy Weekend
Tropical Storm Warning Issued For Parts Of DMV Region Ahead Of Rainy Weekend It might be a rain-soaked weekend in the DMV, forecasters are warning. A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued in parts of the region as a storm continues to develop and make its way up the East Coast. MDEM ALERT: Tropical Storm Warning for Worcester County in MD. #mdwx — Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM) (@MDMEMA) September 21, 2023 The storm is expected to pick up steam in the Southeast before weakening by the time it gets to the region, though gusty winds, rain, and potential flooding are all possible. "There is the potential for life-threatening surge inundation …
Wintry Mix, Snow Possible During Active Weather Pattern Through Christmas Wintry Mix, Snow Possible During Active Weather Pattern Through Christmas
Wintry Mix, Snow Possible During Active Weather Pattern Through Christmas The arrival of winter, which came late Tuesday morning, Dec. 21, will be followed by several separate rounds of precipitation leading into Christmas Day, with the potential for chances for sleet and snow in areas farthest north and inland. The first chance for a wintry mix will come late Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning, Dec. 22 in the areas marked in the image above. Most of the region, where the temperature will stay above the freezing mark, will see rain, which will taper off shortly after daybreak Wednesday. Clouds will gradually clear during the day and the high temperat…
Separate Rounds Of Showers, Thunderstorms Will Dampen Region Separate Rounds Of Showers, Thunderstorms Will Dampen Region
Separate Rounds Of Showers, Thunderstorms Will Dampen Region A pleasant start to the weekend will be followed by the arrival of separate rounds of showers and thunderstorms. The chance for precipitation will begin in the overnight hours on Sunday, July 25, and continuing through mid-morning. It will be mostly cloudy Sunday with a high temperature in the low 80s. Most of the day will be precipitation-free before a new round of showers and thunderstorms is expected overnight Sunday into Monday, July 26. Skies will clear after daybreak on Monday, which will be mostly sunny and warmer with a high temperature around 90 degrees. Check back to Daily Voice…
Snow Potential: Below-Normal Temps Projected - Could We Soon See Some White Stuff? Snow Potential: Below-Normal Temps Projected - Could We Soon See Some White Stuff?
Snow Potential: Below-Normal Temps Projected - Could We Soon See Some White Stuff? Click here for an updated story - Late-Week Storm Could Bring Rain, Wintry Mix, Snow: Here Are Possible Scenarios While October was warmer compared to normal, it looks like November will trend much cooler. The latest six-to-10 day temperature outlook from the Climate Prediction Center is calling for below-normal temperatures in the region. (See first image above.) After three separate long-range forecasts predicted snowy and stormy winter in the area, the National Weather Service released a map showing the likely first day of snowfall for locations across the country. (See second image…
Halloween Forecast: Will Weather Be A Trick Or Treat? Halloween Forecast: Will Weather Be A Trick Or Treat?
Halloween Forecast: Will Weather Be A Trick Or Treat? It will be an unsettled week weather-wise, with precipitation possible on several days. Here's what to expect, including on Halloween. Monday, Oct. 28: It will become partly sunny after a cloudy start to the day with a high temperature in the low 60s. Tuesday, Oct. 29: Cloudy with a high temperature in the mid 60s and a chance of light rain and drizzle. Wednesday, Oct. 30: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature in the upper 60s. There's a chance for light rain or drizzle, especially in the morning. Thursday, Oct. 31: Expect showers at times throughout the day and through the evening …
Super Soaker: Here's How Much Rainfall To Expect On Wet, Windy Day Super Soaker: Here's How Much Rainfall To Expect On Wet, Windy Day
Super Soaker: Here's How Much Rainfall To Expect On Wet, Windy Day The remnants of Post Tropical Cyclone Olga will bring soaking rain, scattered storms, strong winds and possible flooding to the region. Precipitation from the system arrived overnight and will continue throughout the day. Rain will be heavy at times with strong winds out of the southeast at around 10 miles per hour with gusts up to 25 mph. Thunderstorms are possible after noontime Sunday. A total of 1.5 to 2 inches of precipitation is possible before the rain finally tapers off at around 8 p.m. Sunday. (See second image above.) The heaviest rain is expected mid-morning Sunday into Sunday …
Tropical Storm Nestor Remnants Will Bring Rain To Region Tropical Storm Nestor Remnants Will Bring Rain To Region
Tropical Storm Nestor Remnants Will Bring Rain To Region Nestor, a tropical storm that has moved to the East Coast, is expected to bring precipitation to the area on Sunday, Oct. 20. The heaviest rain from the system will be south of New York City, where locally heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms are expected. (See image above.) Expect a cloudy and cool day on Sunday with a high temperature in the mid to upper 50s.  Sprinkles and light rain showers will arrive around 2 p.m. Sunday.  After 5 p.m., rain becomes likely, continuing off and on until around 1 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21. Up to a half-inch of rainfall is possible. Skies will …
New Round Of Showers, Thunderstorms Will End Stretch Of Sunny, Dry Days New Round Of Showers, Thunderstorms Will End Stretch Of Sunny, Dry Days
New Round Of Showers, Thunderstorms Will End Stretch Of Sunny, Dry Days A new round of showers and thunderstorms will return to the area following a stretch of sunny and pleasant days. Before the precipitation arrives, we will have one more dry day on Monday, June 24, which will be mostly sunny, with a high in the low 80s. (See second image above for projected high temps from throughout the region.) Winds will be calm and out of the southwest at around 6 miles per hour. Showers arrive in the predawn hours on Tuesday, June 25. There will be more showers, along with patchy fog, throughout the morning, with thunderstorms possible through around 3 p.m. It will be c…
Here Comes The Sun: Stretch Of Winter-Like Stretch Of Cold, Gray Days Finally Ends Here Comes The Sun: Stretch Of Winter-Like Stretch Of Cold, Gray Days Finally Ends
Here Comes The Sun: Stretch Of Winter-Like Stretch Of Cold, Gray Days Finally Ends The cold, soggy stretch of weather has finally come to an end. It will be a mostly sunny and seasonable day with the high temperature reaching around 64 degrees on Wednesday, May 15. That's 10 to 15 degrees higher than it's been each day since Mother's Day. Clouds will roll in during the afternoon with a slight chance of pop-up showers. The warmer temperatures continue through the end of the weekend. Thursday, May 16 will start off with a chance of morning showers before skies clear and a mostly sunny day that will be a bit warmer, with a high in the upper 60s.  Friday, Ma…
Rainy, Chilly Mother's Day Starts Stretch Of Wet, Raw Days: Here's How Much Rain We'll Get Rainy, Chilly Mother's Day Starts Stretch Of Wet, Raw Days: Here's How Much Rain We'll Get
Rainy, Chilly Mother's Day Starts Stretch Of Wet, Raw Days: Here's How Much Rain We'll Get A rainy, raw Mother's Day will mark the stretch of an unsettled stretch of wet weather the next few days with temperatures as much as 20 degrees below normal. Most of the region will see about 1.5 inches of precipitation through Tuesday, May 14, with up to 2 inches in some spots. (See the first image above.) Here's what to expect: Sunday, May 12: Rain moved in from west to east overnight. It will continue on and off rain throughout a day that will feel more like it's mid-March than mid-May.  The high temperature will be 15 to 20 degrees below normal, struggling to reach the low …
Super Soaker For Cinco de Mayo: Here's How Much Rain To Expect Super Soaker For Cinco de Mayo: Here's How Much Rain To Expect
Super Soaker For Cinco de Mayo: Here's How Much Rain To Expect If you're heading out to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, don't forget an umbrella. It will be a rainy and raw day on Sunday, May 5 with a high in the mid 50s and up to 1 inch of precipitation possible. Though heavy rain in the morning with taper off in the afternoon, the chance of rain continues until around 11 p.m. The wet stretch finally ends as skies clear overnight, leading to a mostly sunny day with a high temperature in the mid 60s on Monday, May 6. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Wet Mess: Rain, Thunderstorms Will Make For A Washout To End Workweek Wet Mess: Rain, Thunderstorms Will Make For A Washout To End Workweek
Wet Mess: Rain, Thunderstorms Will Make For A Washout To End Workweek Separate rounds of steady -- at times heavy -- rain, with thunderstorms possible, will make for a washout to end the workweek. The first batch of rain arrived overnight ahead of a warm front which will move through later in the afternoon on Friday, April 26. Another round of rain will come in advance of a cold front late in the day and into the evening. The highest likelihood for thunderstorms will be with that second round of rain, which will start around 5 p.m. The high temperature will be around 60 degrees. Rain and showers will continue until around 11 p.m. Friday, followed by showers…
Big Change In Weather Pattern With Stormy Start To Workweek After Pleasant, Mild Weekend Big Change In Weather Pattern With Stormy Start To Workweek After Pleasant, Mild Weekend
Big Change In Weather Pattern With Stormy Start To Workweek After Pleasant, Mild Weekend There will be a big change in the weather pattern after a near-perfect spring weekend marked by mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures. After another pleasant day on Sunday, April 7 with a mix of clouds and sun and a high temperature in the mid 60s, showers will arrive overnight. Up to a quarter of an inch of precipitation is possible by daybreak. The morning commute on Monday, April 8 will be rainy with ponding possible on roadways in the area and another quarter-inch of precipitation expected during the day. Thunderstorms are possible late in the morning and during the afterno…
Big Dipper: Cold Front Will Bring Showers, Sharp Drop In Temps Big Dipper: Cold Front Will Bring Showers, Sharp Drop In Temps
Big Dipper: Cold Front Will Bring Showers, Sharp Drop In Temps An approaching cold front will bring a dramatic change in the weather pattern following a springlike start to the weekend. Clouds are on the increase in the morning Sunday, March 31 ahead of the cold front's arrival. Showers will make their way through from the west 11 a..m. to 2 p.m. and then 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. to the east. Between a quarter to a half-inch of precipitation is expected. High temperatures will be in the mid 50s. (See first image above.) Then comes the sharp drop in temperatures as the cold front arrives with the mercury falling into the upper 40s late in the afternoon as…
Eye On The Storm: Up To 3 Inches Of Snowfall, Hazardous Travel Expected Eye On The Storm: Up To 3 Inches Of Snowfall, Hazardous Travel Expected
Eye On The Storm: Up To 3 Inches Of Snowfall, Hazardous Travel Expected We may be ready to spring ahead for the start of Daylight Saving Time, but Old Man Winter is being a bit stubborn. That's because when clocks move ahead one hour on Sunday, March 10 at 2 a.m., we'll be in the midst of a new winter storm. Saturday, March 9 will be sunny with a high around 40 and wind-chill values between 20 and 30. Then comes the storm system. Snowfall will arrive around 3 a.m. and continue through 6 a.m. Sunday before changing to sleet and freezing rain on Sunday morning.  The wintry precipitation will make for hazardous driving and walking overnight Saturday into S…
SNOW DAY: Bergen County School Closings For Tuesday SNOW DAY: Bergen County School Closings For Tuesday
Snow DAY: Bergen County School Closings For Tuesday Much of North Jersey is looking at anywhere from two to five inches of mixed precipitation overnight Monday making for slippery conditions Tuesday. These Bergen and Passaic county school districts have announced closures for Tuesday, Feb. 12: Bergenfield Bogota Cliffside Park Clifton Closter Cresskill DePaul Catholic Don Bosco Dumont Edgewater Elmwood Park Englewood Englewood Cliffs Fair Lawn Fairview Fort Lee Franklin Lakes Garfield Glen Rock Hackensack Haledon Harrington Park Leonia Little Falls Little Ferry Lodi Lyndhurst Mahwah Midland Park New Milford Northvale NVD Oakland Oradell Pal…
New Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Storm That Will Sweep Through Morris County New Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Storm That Will Sweep Through Morris County
New Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Storm That Will Sweep Through Morris County Projected snowfall totals have been released for the complex and widespread storm that will sweep through the area early this week. Four to six inches of mixed precipitation is expected to fall late Monday night into Tuesday morning, with ice accumulations expected Tuesday afternoon and evening, the National Weather Service says. Temps will hit a high of 34 and a low of 31. Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Watches are in effect for the entire region. Precipitation will likely begin as snow or sleet and gradually transition to a mix of sleet and freezing rain, the NWS says. Regardless of…
Midweek Storm Will Be Followed By New Round Of Arctic Air, Possible Weekend Snow Midweek Storm Will Be Followed By New Round Of Arctic Air, Possible Weekend Snow
Midweek Storm Will Be Followed By New Round Of Arctic Air, Possible Weekend Snow Click here for an updated story: Midweek Storm To Bring Precipitation Over 24-Hour Period, But Will We See Any Snow? A new round of Arctic air will arrive after a midweek storm that will bring a chance of snow followed by steady rain to the region. Tuesday, Jan. 22 will be mostly sunny with a high in the mid- to upper-20s and the overnight low in the upper teens. The storm will arrive Wednesday, Jan. 23 with the snow chance through the morning. Little or no accumulation is expected. As the high temperature climbs to 42 degrees in the afternoon, rain is likely and will continu…
Area Could See Foot Of Snow This Weekend After Separate Storm Brings Up To 3 Inches During Week Area Could See Foot Of Snow This Weekend After Separate Storm Brings Up To 3 Inches During Week
Area Could See Foot Of Snow This Weekend After Separate Storm Brings Up To 3 Inches During Week The storm that will be coming this weekend could potentially bring up to a foot of accumulation and will follow an earlier round of snowfall during the workweek. But before that storm arrives, another system is expected to result in 1 to 3 inches of accumulation Thursday night, Jan. 17 into Friday morning, Jan. 18. Tuesday, Jan. 15 and Wednesday, Jan. 16 will be again mostly sunny with a high in the mid-30s. Thursday, Jan. 17 will be partly sunny but colder, with a high of only around 30 degrees. Snow is expected to arrive after 10 p.m. Thursday and continue overnight before changing to a…
Large Storm Will Sweep Through Area, Bringing Up To 2 Inches Of Rain Large Storm Will Sweep Through Area, Bringing Up To 2 Inches Of Rain
Large Storm Will Sweep Through Area, Bringing Up To 2 Inches Of Rain Sunny and pleasant weather during the day Monday will be followed by a large storm will that sweep through the area overnight Monday through Tuesday, bringing up to two inches of rainfall. Precipitation will be rain for most of the region, but some area farthest north could see a mix of snow and rain. (See image above.) Rain will arrive sometime after 11 p.m. Monday on a pleasant day in which the high temperature will be around 50. Overnight rainfall of around a half-inch is likely. Rainfall will continue throughout the day on Tuesday, with up to 1.5 inches possible on a day in which the h…
Flash Flood Watch: Rainfall Could Total Up To 2 Inches For Region Flash Flood Watch: Rainfall Could Total Up To 2 Inches For Region
Flash Flood Watch: Rainfall Could Total Up To 2 Inches For Region A new round of rain and wind will sweep through the area Friday into the early hours of Saturday morning with up to 2 inches of rainfall possible. A Flash Flood Watch will be in effect from 6 p.m. Friday until 6 a.m. Saturday. The combination of heavy rainfall and leaf-clogged drainages will pose a threat for the flash flooding across the entire watch area, the National Weather Service said. Across low lying coastal areas, rising tides Friday evening will pose an enhanced threat for flash flooding.  Precipitation will be rain for most of the region, but some area …
New Round Of Stormy Weather Will Bring Rain, Wind - Snow Farther North New Round Of Stormy Weather Will Bring Rain, Wind - Snow Farther North
New Round Of Stormy Weather Will Bring Rain, Wind - Snow Farther North Sunny and pleasant days in the middle of the week will prove to be the calm before a new round of stormy weather. More rain and wind will sweep through the area on Friday with up to half an inch of rainfall possible. Precipitation will be rain for most of the region, but some area farthest north could see a mix of snow and rain. (See image above.) Rain will arrive sometime after 11 a.m. Friday on a windy day in which the high temperature will be in the low-50s. Rainfall will continue through the overnight hours into very early Saturday morning before tapering off before dawn. Saturday wi…
New Update On Winter Storm: Latest Snowfall Projections New Update On Winter Storm: Latest Snowfall Projections
New Update On Winter Storm: Latest Snowfall Projections With a new winter storm taking aim on the area, the National Weather Service released an updated report Tuesday morning with the latest snowfall projections for Wednesday. Precipitation is expected to start as all snow for the entire region early Wednesday morning before quickly turning to sleet, freezing rain and then rain in and around New York City and along the coast. Farther inland, and especially north and west, snow will likely accumulate through the morning and early afternoon.  The latest forecast predicts temperatures rising into the mid-30s for much of the area in the early afte…