An unseasonably warm condition is expected in the North-Central US this week, according to the latest forecasts. The warm outlook can relieve the extreme cold and snow in the US.

In the latest NWS Weather Prediction Center forecast, the West Coast and parts of California can experience a wetter pattern this week that could worsen due to the atmospheric river event. The advisory warned of flash floods and flooding hazards, especially in flood-prone areas.

The beginning of January brought challenging colds and freezing rain to the US, causing cold-related health concerns and travel disruption. Homeowners are advised to watch out for Winter Watch and Winter Warnings.

However, the warm conditions in the North-Central US can provide relief in the chilly to freezing temperatures. In the advisory, above-average temperatures can also spread in the Upper Midwest, Northern Plains and Central Plains.

North-Central US Weather And Unusual Warmth

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NESDIS NOAA Latest Weather Hurricane Tracker. North-Central US can expect unusual warmth this week, easing the snowy and extreme cold in the country. The mild weather will be favorable for Americans with outdoor plans. Meanwhile, warm temperatures can unfold in Minneapolis, Chicago and Kansas City. Mild temperatures can occur in Omaha, Des Moines, Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Bismarck, Fargo and Winnipeg. 

According to the latest weather report, residents can ancipate the mild to warm outlook in the North-Central US amidst the threat of freezing temperatures in the US. The rise in temperatures could stay until the week's end.

On Wednesday, Americans can feel the spring-like temperatures and unseasonably warm temperatures in the following areas:

  • Minneapolis
  • Green Bay
  • Omaha
  • St. Louis
  • Chicago
  • Indianapolis
  • St. Louis
  • Oklahoma City
  • Wichita
  • Denver
  • Scottsbluff

The warmer temperatures are ideal for outdoor plans. However, people should still watch out for potential rains this week, but the possibility is very low.

In Chicago, the latest advisory showed that mild temperatures could also emerge in the city that could reach from mid-40s to mid-50s. Homeowners can anticipate the dry stretch until this week.

In the late week, a widespread dry outlook is expected in the following areas:

  • New York City
  • Boston
  • Charlotte
  • Washington
  • Jacksonville
  • Miami
  • Houston
  • Dallas
  • El Paso
  • Billings

Meanwhile, warm temperatures can unfold in Minneapolis, Chicago and Kansas City. Mild temperatures can occur in Omaha, Des Moines, Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Bismarck, Fargo and Winnipeg.

A forecast in Kansas City showed temperatures could reach 15 to 20 degrees above normal in the city. Chances of rain could unfold on the weekend.

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California's Heavy Rain And Stormy Conditions

In Northwestern US and California, the forecast warned of potential stormy conditions this week. Flooding threat is possible due to the weather outlook.

In the midweek, the stormy conditions can unleash in the following areas:

  • Portland
  • Redding
  • San Francisco
  • Las Vegas
  • Los Angeles
  • San Diego
  • Phoenix
  • Boise
  • Spokane
  • Salt Lake City

Strong winds can also cause power outages and tree damage in California. Motorists should keep updated with the latest forecasts and road conditions before traveling due to foggy and stormy outlook.

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