Late January Extreme Cold; Watching for Another East Coast Storm Threat This Weekend

Well below normal temperatures will continue for the eastern half of the Lower 48 this week. Another blast of arctic air will spread from the Plains through the East/Southeast Friday into Saturday with more record lows expected even into Florida. Forecasts are being monitored for increasing potential of another significant winter storm to impact the eastern United States this coming weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 11:32:20 am CST

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After a frigid start, temperatures will trend milder today despite an increase in mid to high-level clouds across the region. Highs are expected to range generally from the low to mid 40s to the low 50s across the area.

A warming trend remains through midweek, peaking Thursday with highs reaching the mid to upper 50s and low to mid 60s across the region. However, a reinforcing cold front arrives by Friday, knocking daytime highs back down, and bringing the return of very cold temperatures with morning lows in the upper teens and 20s Saturday and Sunday mornings.

Late January Extreme Cold; Watching for Another East Coast Storm Threat This Weekend

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