Midwest and Northeastern US can expect stormy and cooler conditions this week, bringing relief from the heat and dry conditions.

The northeastern US has recently experienced hotter weather conditions in September and early October.

The fall weather start will unleash chilly air in the Northeast and Midwest. However, homeowners should watch out for flooding concerns due to the heavy rain.

The pair of cold fronts in the Western US will help push chilly air in the Pacific Northwest. Chances of snow is likely in parts of the West and Northern Rockies.

Stormy, Cooler Conditions: Where is it expected?

(Photo : NESDIS via NOAA Satellite View as of October 11, 2023)
NESDIS via NOAA Satellite View as of October 11, 2023. The latest weather report showed that stormy and cooler conditions will unfold in the Midwest and Northeastern US this week, bringing heavy rain conditions and flash flood risks 

According to the latest forecasts, Northeastern US and Midwest can anticipate the arrival of heavy precipitation this week. The stormy conditions in the Rockies and Central Plains can unleash the rounds of rain in the regions.

This week's main dangers are flooding rainfall, flash flood risks, urban flooding, travel disruptions and potential landslides. Communities in low-lying areas should check for severe flooding in the Northeast.

In New York City, a large pressure area was forecast in the city. Residents can anticipate cloudy conditions and challenging wind gusts. Cool weather will stay until the week's end.

Furthermore, the rain conditions will be beneficial for residents in the Midwest. It helps ease the dry conditions in the region, especially in drought areas. Light to heavy rain outlook can be possible.

In the midweek, the rainy outlook can unload in the following areas:

  • Rapid City
  • Scottsbluff
  • Sioux Falls
  • Minneapolis
  • Detroit
  • Chicago
  • Omaha
  • Des Moines

People with outdoor activities should check the latest weather conditions before planning the weekend. It is best to bring an umbrella at all times.

In Boston City, the advisory showed that sunny conditions could remain in the midweek. However, it will change on Thursday, bringing scattered showers.

On Friday and the weekend, rain and potential thunderstorms could unload in the following areas:

  • Buffalo
  • Detroit
  • Chicago
  • New York City
  • Minneapolis
  • Nashville
  • Louisville
  • Boston
  • Washington
  • Raleigh
  • Pittsburgh

Great Lakes weather forecast

Meanwhile, the advisory showed that a cooler weather outlook could occur in the Great Lakes due to a slow-moving closed low aloft. There could be rain showers on Wednesday, but it will be light rainfall.

In California, the forecast showed that below-average temperatures will stay in the region.

Also Read: US Weather Forecast: Thunderstorms, Flooding Likely to Hit Southeast, Southern Alabama, Georgia

Weather preparedness

The rainy conditions will cool the heat in the Midwest and Northeast. The transition to fall weather can bring potential snow in high-elevation areas. However, residents should remain alert for dangerous flooding.

Challenging waves and rip currents are also likely on the Midwest and Northeastern US coasts. Homeowners should check for coastal flooding and possible evacuations due to heavy rain.

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