It sounds like there’s quite a dynamic weather pattern unfolding across the United States over the next couple of days. Here’s a breakdown:
- Severe Weather Threat: A strong low pressure system moving across the central U.S. will bring the risk of severe weather, including large hail, damaging winds, and possibly tornadoes, primarily to areas from the Plains into the Mississippi Valley on Tuesday and then into the Great Lakes region and Ohio Valley on Wednesday. There’s also a concern for isolated flash flooding, especially with heavier downpours associated with these storms.
- Heavy Snowfall: Meanwhile, the northern Rockies can expect moderate to locally heavy snowfall over the next couple of days, with winter weather advisories and warnings in place for accumulating snowfall, particularly in Montana and Wyoming.
- Temperature Contrasts: Temperature-wise, the South and Desert Southwest will experience warm conditions, with highs reaching into the 80s and even 90s in some areas. Conversely, chillier weather is expected for the Upper Great Lakes and northern Rockies, where highs will mainly be in the 40s by Wednesday. The rest of the country will see temperatures generally at or above average, with highs in the 70s and 80s across various regions.
- Dry Conditions Elsewhere: Apart from the active weather areas mentioned above, the remainder of the country will mostly stay dry, with no significant weather systems expected.
Overall, it’s important for residents in the affected regions to stay weather aware and heed any warnings or advisories issued by local authorities.