The weather forecast foresees a sharp drop in temperatures before winter returns again. This is what you should know about the anticipated weather occurrences and their likely effects.
However, as the weekend comes to a close temperatures continue and an Arctic Front with the hazardous Snow Squall are on the way.
Arctic Front Approaching: Expected Snow Squall
The weekend ends with a significant decrease in temperature, reducing by at least 20 degrees compared to last day. In the midst of this cold, an Arctic Front lies ahead and is scheduled to initiate a Snow Squall line by noon.
A Wind Advisory is in effect until 5 p.m., including peak gusts of up to 50 mph. And then consider the chilling winds and possible Snow Squalls, which should give anyone second thoughts about stepping outdoors.
The Snow Squall and Temperature Shift on Sunday
Sunday gets down to “Feels Like” temperatures below freezing, in the 30s for most of the day with actual highs at mid-40 degrees. It will be partly sunny with the chance of Snow Squalls. Although model data points to most snow accumulation occurring northward, the arrival of this particular Arctic Front will be apparent with gusting winds and amplified cold.
The cloud cover increases through the night with minimum temperatures of low 20 degrees. Breezy winds continue, with gusts peaking at around 20 mph.
To Celebrate MLK Day and potentially accumulating Snow
On Monday, marking Martin Luther King Jr day with a few clouds and anticipation of another storm system. Low temperatures near 30 degrees can cause a flurry, especially south of Baltimore. For outdoor enthusiasts, layering is advisable.
Monday night ushers in mostly overcast skies and the possibility of Snow Accumulation, especially after 8 p.m., with lows during that time approaching mid to upper 20°.
A system still evolving will produce light accumulating snow from Monday night until Tuesday. Models adjust snowfall estimates, but a variation of 1-3” can be expected. This wintry episode begins with the arrival of abundant cold air that leads to premature cessation of snow by lunchtime on Tuesday.
Midweek and Beyond
Wednesday through Thursday brings in extremely cold but windless weather. On Wednesday, sunny and mild despite the fact that temperatures will not rise above 30 degrees to with windchills mainly in teens. Think about Thursday, highs in the mid-30 are mostly cloudy.
On Friday, another opportunity of Snow arises with uncertainties about depth. Although the specifics are undetermined yet, this increases expectations that chilly weather will last through next week.
Snow Squall Duration
In regions other than local forecasts, Snow Squalls are projected. The conditions can be particularly dangerous in New York City. As it is stated by a Notify NYC alert, the situation involves rapid visibility reduction caused by gusty winds and moderate to heavy snow-falls. Motorists are advised to be careful, i.e., anticipating slippery-to icy roads.
The cold spell is expected to last further with an ALERT DAY issued from Monday’s night into Tuesday morning. 3-inch snowfall totals are forecasted, with some spots possibly getting 4 inches of accumulation.
Sun and persistent cold This Wednesday, abundant sunshine is in the forecast but with low temperatures. On Friday, New York City may receive a combination of morning snow and afternoon rain with only slight accumulation.
All in all: prepare yourself for a combination of Snow Squalls, Arctic Front and accumulating snow. Make sure to keep up-to-date with local advisories and be careful if traveling.
