There is a chance of snow in the higher-elevation areas in the Wyoming Mountains this week. On the other hand, flooding rainfall with thunderstorms is forecasted in parts of Colorado.
The possible snow could bring cooler temperatures in the Pacific Northwest and Wyoming.
Anyone with travel plans should monitor the weather this week for possible slower commutes or reduced road visibility.
The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that a mix of rain and snow is expected in the Pacific Northwest, while large hail is likely in parts of Texas.
Wyoming snow chances this week
NESDIS via NOAA Satellite View as of September 20, 2023. This week, higher-elevation snow is possible in the Wyoming Mountains and parts of the Pacific Northwest. In Colorado, rainy and thunderstorms will unload this midweek.
According to the weather reports, Western and Central Wyoming could experience possible rain and thunderstorms on Wednesday.
The rain can help unleash cooler temperatures in the region.
People in the flood-prone or low-lying areas are vulnerable to possible flooding and flash floods this week.
On Friday, the snow could unload in the Wyoming mountains, especially for higher elevation areas. Northwest could also experience the possible accumulation of snow due to a cold storm system from Canada.
The early taste of winter could give relief from the heat. The much-awaited snow is likely in mountainous areas, including the Northern Rockies, Elkhorn Mountains, Wallowa Mountains, Sierra Nevada and the Cascades.
From Wednesday to Thursday, possible snow could be likely in the region. Meanwhile, cooler temperatures are likely in the following areas:
- Seattle
- Spokane
- Medford
- Boise
- Salt Lake City
- Redding
- Prince George
Colorado weather: Flooding rainfall and thunderstorms
As of September 19's advisory, parts of Colorado could experience severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. People are advised to watch out for potential lightning strikes.
On Wednesday, the isolated thunderstorms could become more noticeable. In the Plains, fire threat is possible on the weekend.
Pacific Northwest cooler weather
The NWS noted possible snow in the Pacific Northwest. Rainy outlook could hit parts of Oregon, Dakotas and Nevada.
In the Florida peninsula, residents can experience unsettled weather conditions.
As the fall weather is near, temperatures are expected to cool down in parts of the US.
In October, the advisory noted the possible first measurable snow in the country with freezing temperatures.
Meanwhile, a warmer outlook could impact parts of the Great Lakes and Midwest on the midweek. The challenging heat could spread over the South-Central US.
Americans with AC conditions are at risk of the hot weather outlook in the South-Central.
Also Read: Northeastern US Winter-Like Weather: Cooler Temperatures Likely This Week Due to Cold Storm System
Watch out for hurricanes and storms
September is very active in hurricanes. While relief from hurricanes is on the way, Americans should keep alert for possible hurricane conditions this week.
Late hurricanes can emerge with favorable conditions in the ocean. Emergency kits are also essential to prepare for the coming fall weather and winter.
As of September 19, the National Hurricane Center monitored possible storms in the Atlantic Basin.
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