National Weather Summary
The national weather pattern will remain relatively quiet for much of the country, but a few systems will bring unsettled weather to select regions. A low-pressure system near the Gulf Coast will produce moderate to heavy rainfall, with embedded thunderstorms, across the Southeast through Monday, before shifting offshore. Some areas from the Florida Panhandle to the Southeast Coast may see between 2-4 inches of rain, raising the risk of isolated flash flooding. Gusty winds will develop along the Carolina coastline as the storm strengthens offshore.
Meanwhile, the northern tier of the U.S. will experience dramatic temperature shifts. The Midwest and Northern Plains will see unseasonably warm temperatures on Monday, with highs reaching the 70s as far north as southeastern North Dakota. However, a sharp cold front will plunge into the Plains on Tuesday, ushering in gusty winds and single-digit temperatures near the Canadian border. This cold air will continue to push southward into the Central Plains by Tuesday night.
Across the Northeast, a weak system will bring periods of light snow to northern New York and New England. Snow accumulations will generally be light, but higher terrain areas may see a few inches. Conditions will improve by Tuesday, with temperatures moderating across the Ohio Valley, East Coast, and Southern Plains.
Out west, the Pacific Northwest remains active with another round of rain and high-elevation snow as a Pacific front moves inland. A separate system developing off the California coast will bring increasing moisture to southern California by Tuesday, with rain reaching coastal areas and snow developing in the Sierra Nevada.
Northeast Weather Story
A clipper system passing through New England will bring snow showers to portions of upstate New York and northern New England this morning, with the Adirondacks, Green Mountains, and White Mountains most favored for light accumulations.
After the clipper exits, conditions will quickly improve as high pressure builds in from the south. Skies will clear, and temperatures will warm into the 40s to lower 50s across much of the region, with even a few mid-50s possible in the lower Hudson Valley and interior southern New England. A steady westerly breeze will persist through the day, but winds will gradually weaken into Monday night.
By Tuesday, a surge of much warmer air will arrive ahead of an approaching cold front. Highs will climb into the mid-to-upper 50s for much of New England, with 60-degree readings possible across the Connecticut River Valley, lower Hudson Valley, and parts of southern New England. Southerly winds will increase, potentially gusting 20-30 mph, particularly near the coast.
The midweek cold front will move through late Tuesday into Wednesday with little precipitation but will bring a notable temperature drop. Wednesday will see highs back in the 30s and 40s, with brisk northwest winds making it feel even colder.
Looking ahead, another weak system could bring light rain or snow showers to the region Thursday, but overall impacts appear minimal. The next significant weather maker could arrive next weekend, with the potential for a more substantial storm bringing widespread rain and gusty winds.
Marine interests should be aware that gusty winds over the waters Monday into Tuesday may require advisories, and a more significant wind event could develop late in the week.
Travel conditions Monday should improve after the morning snow showers dissipate, and no significant winter weather threats are expected through midweek.