Record Cold in the Central U.S.; Winter Storm for Portions of the Eastern U.S.

An arctic air mass will continue over the Central U.S. this week with widespread, record-breaking cold temperatures through Friday. Snow and ice accumulations, heavy in places, will impact portions of the Eastern U.S. from the Ohio River Valley to the Mid-Atlantic states and Carolinas through Thursday morning. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Feb 19, 2025 at 9:14:15 pm PST

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Chances for gusts over 50 mph

75 degree Probs

CPC Temperature Outlooks

CPC Precipitation Outlooks

A Wind Advisory has been issued for the Mojave Desert Slopes from 12 PM Wednesday through 7 AM Thursday. Expect sustained winds of 20 to 30 MPH from the west with gusts up to 50 MPH. These strong winds can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles, use caution.

Here is a map that shows the latest probabilities for gusts at least 50 mph for portions of eastern Kern County, including along the Mojave Desert slopes. Expect gusty winds from Wednesday afternoon until Thursday morning, with the best chances during late Wednesday evening.

Here is the latest probabilities of high temperatures of at least 75 degrees. We are definitely looking at a major warmup in the Valley with decent probabilities of 75 degrees on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. However, there is a 50 percent chance of 80s to appear in Bakersfield on next Thursday the 27th. #CAWx #Fresno #Bakersfield

The Climate Prediction Center's latest temperature outlooks show warmer than normal temperatures for late February and early March. There is an 80-90% chance for above normal temperatures in the 6-10 day period and a 50-60% chance for above normal temperatures in the 8-14 day period.

The Climate Prediction Center's latest precipitation outlooks show mainly dry weather for late February and early March. There is an 40-50% chance for below normal precipitation in the 6-10 day period and a 33-40% chance for below normal precipitation in the 8-14 day period.