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Heavy Lake Effect Snow; Subfreezing Temperatures in the Eastern U.S.

A multi-day heavy lake effect snow event is expected downwind of Lakes Erie and Ontario through New Year's Day. The Arctic front will continue to bring increasing winds to the Northeast that will remain gusty. Subfreezing overnight low temperatures will be found as far south as the Gulf Coast. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Mon, Dec 29, 2025 at 11:30:13 pm CST

There are no watches, warnings, or advisories at this time.

Very cold temperatures are expected tonight, with all locations dipping below freezing. Overnight lows will fall into the mid 20s to low 30s. Ensure you protect the 4 Ps: People, Pets, Pipes, and Plants! Tuesday will be another cool day, with afternoon highs ranging from the upper 40s to low 60s.
We'll be on a temperature roller coaster this week, as we start off the week with below normal temperatures and end it above normal. A warming trend will persist through late week, with afternoon temperatures returning to the 70s and 80s. Another cold front on Friday will bring cooler (but still above normal) temperatures back to the region for the upcoming weekend.
Good weather is expected for New Years Eve, with no rain in the forecast. Temperatures will be in the 50s, falling into the 40s through the evening. Light winds and mostly clear skies will prevail.

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