Strong Wind Gusts and Potential Lake-Effect Snow Could Emerge Next Week in Portions of Midwest and Northeast, Forecast Warns

According to the latest forecast, a potential storm could unload strong wind gusts and lake-effect snow next week in the Northeastern U.S., including in the Midwest and Northeast.

The forecast said rain and snow could emerge this week in portions of the United States that could persist until next week.

Residents should stay updated with the weather as the snow could cause travel hazards and outdoor activity concerns.

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January 30, 2022 in Boston

As the meteorological snow marked the beginning of winter, it is expected that the temperatures could drop, reaching unusually colder temperatures.

The forecast noted that the previous months, from October to November, had a rollercoaster sing of temperatures, from widespread cooldown, warmth, and chilly weather.

In some potions of the United States, New York would expect the arrival of Arctic air that could bring colder temperatures.

Motorists traveling outside should take note of road hazards as the weather unloads rain and snow, affecting road visibility.

Weather outlook this weekend

Meanwhile, the latest weather update from AccuWeather announced that rain could emerge this week.

The forecast said rain could unload in Los Angeles, Portland, Houston, Atlanta, and Boston.

People traveling outdoors should stay updated with the weather, and it is best to bring an umbrella due to the rounds of rain.

On Saturday, the forecast reported that rain could persist due to a strong front. Affected areas include Cincinnati, Pittsburg, Toronto, Washington DC, New York, Boston, Syracuse, Montreal, and Bangor.

The forecast explained that the rainfall would not be severe until Saturday.

Meanwhile, Southern States residents could not expect any rain this week.

AccuWeather forecasted that strong wind gusts could be felt from Friday night and Saturday as the weather unloads more rain.

The weather agency warned that the wind gusts could cause local wind damage, lakeshore flooding, power outages, and travel delays.

The affected areas include Minneapolis, Chicago, St. Louis, New York, Syracuse, and Montreal.

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Meanwhile, the forecast for next week showed that colder air would persist in Billings, Minneapolis, Chicago, Boston, New York, and Washington.

Meanwhile, the weather pattern from December 12, to December 18, showed that cold air would persist in Chicago, Nashville, Boston, and New York, which could help produce snow.

Another storm

On the other hand, the National Weather Service announced that another storm could impact portions of the West Coast, causing wintry mix weather.

The advisory said the potential storm could cause freezing rain and strong winds.

The NWS reported that the West Coast storm's freezing rain could reach up to 0.25 inches, with a potential mix of snow.

Meanwhile, snow could reach from two to eight inches, especially in mountainous areas.

The report noted that the main concerns with the West Coast snow include high winds and freezing rain that could damage power lines. Motorists should watch out for slippery road conditions and reduced visibility.