Winter Storm to Hit During Thanksgiving: Get Ready for Freezing Temperatures

Get prepared for freezing temperatures from the winter storm to hit during Thanksgiving.

The winter storm is going to ruin the thanksgiving travel in the eastern part of states. This clearly indicates that it’s not just travel for one day; other days will show more cold and stormy conditions forcing people to adjust their plans to return to their respective homes.

Storm’s Impact: From the Midwest to the Eastern States

Basically, it is coming in late Wednesday night into the Midwest and southern states and will extend further east into Thursday, Thanksgiving Day. Bitter cold will invade northern locales; wet and chilly will envelop some later into the storm.

Two Possible Scenarios: What to Expect?
A Stronger, Faster Storm

The first argument states that it should be a Wednesday storm developing in the plains according to the southeast. However, this will affect the Midwest while the southern region receives some rainfall. Against the eastward trek toward New England, the storm will east soon, after tapping some cold Canadian air, as it approaches the Appalachian region.

• Elevated areas in the Northeast may see heavy snow, while lower elevations face heavy rain.
• Wind speeds could reach up to 30 mph, making travel even more challenging.
• By Friday morning, the storm will move into northern Maine and exit the U.S., leaving dry but cold weather for Friday and the weekend.
  Storm that would be Weaker and Slower

At this point, the storm will develop on Wednesday night in the Mississippi or Tennessee valleys, slow in its movement toward the mid-Atlantic Cognition.

Based on this information, rain in the Thursday southeastern and mid-Atlantic will not have a high-possibility setting of the Northeast in receiving heavy rains or snow.

On Friday morning, the storm would then reach the Atlantic coast. If it stays close to the coast, a mix of rain and snow could disrupt travel in New England.

But minimal wet weather would have been there if it had moved far from the coast.

The Coldest Air Yet: A Nationwide Chill

Regardless of the storm’s path, cold Canadian air will sweep across the U.S.

• Biting Cold in the Midwest and North Dakota: Chicago’s Thanksgiving temperature will struggle to reach 30°F, resembling late December.
• Chill in the Southern Coastal Region: Gulf Coast temperatures will drop 10°F below normal, with some areas failing to hit 60°F.
• Eastern and Central U.S.: Many places will experience their coldest weather of the season, with cities like New York and Philadelphia seeing temperatures dip to 30°F for the first time since February.

Snow Near the Lakes: The “Lake Effect” Phenomenon

In the Great Lakes region, cold Canadian air will create “lake-effect snow.” This phenomenon could lead to snowfall persisting into the next week.

Prolonged Cold: Chilly Start to December

Cold air is expected to linger in eastern parts of the U.S. through early December. According to the Climate Prediction Center, this cold spell could extend into the first week of the new month.

Conclusion

This Thanksgiving season is bringing more than just festivities; it’s also bringing disruptive cold and storms. Travelers are advised to stay updated with weather forecasts and plan accordingly. Amid the freezing air and potential snowfall, this year’s Thanksgiving will stand out as a memorable sign of winter’s arrival.