Rain, Thunderstorms Likely in Southern Plains, Lower Mississippi Valley; Cooler Weather Expected in Upper Midwest

Southern Plains and Lower Mississippi Valley can experience potential rain and thunderstorms this week, including in Texas and Louisiana. In the Upper Midwest, a cooler weather outlook is expected.

The rainy outlook in the Southern Plains, Texas and Louisiana can become beneficial for areas experiencing prolonged drought. In the South-Central US, drought concerns are found in areas in Jacksonville, Atlanta, New Orleans, Nashville and Little Rock.

In New York and New England, residents can feel the blast of colder air and icy conditions. The forecast warned of cold-related health concerns and travel disruptions.

Rain, Thunderstorms: Where Will It Unload?

(Photo : NOAA Satellite View as of November 10, 2023)
NOAA Satellite View as of November 10, 2023. Rain and thunderstorms are expected in the Southern Plains and Mississippi Valley this late week, including in Texas and Louisiana. The upper Midwest can also experience a cooler weather outlook.

In this week's weather dangers, homeowners should watch out for flooding rain and isolated thunderstorms in the late week. The commutes can be challenging for people with a heavy rain outlook.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), eastern to southern Texas can experience locally heavy rains on Friday. On Friday, the mixture of rain and snow could unload in the Northwestern US, especially in Western Washington.

The advisory added that the Great Lakes region can experience snow showers and light rain in the late week. Residents in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan can likely see potential snowfall on Friday.

Over Oregon and Washington, a rainy outlook with light mountain snow is expected. The forecast is monitoring another Pacific storm system in the region that could bring more rain in the Northwest. One to two inches of rain is possible in the Coastal range.

Over the South-Central US, residents can experience a round of heavy rain. On Saturday, the rainy period can cause slower travel and drought relief in the region.

In addition, homeowners should watch out for rainy periods on the weekend. The precipitation is expected in the following areas:

Dallas
Houston
San Antonio
Brownsville
Jackson
New Orleans
Memphis
Atlanta
Nashville
Charlotte

The rain can also ease the fire and fog concerns in the South-Central US, especially in New Orleans. On Friday, the threat of heavy rains is forecast in the following areas:

Jackson
New Orleans
Houston
San Antonio
Little Rock
Odessa

The National Weather Service monitors a cold front in the Northeast to Texas. Forecasts noted that temperatures can likely drop this week in the region, including in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.

Residents can experience locally heavy rain this weekend, from two to four inches.

Also Read: Icy Conditions, Freezing Rain to Unload from New York to New England, Forecast Shows

Weather in the Western US: What Can People Expect?

In the Western US, the advisory warned of Critical Risk of fire in the region. Fire concerns can emerge in Los Angeles counties and Ventura. The warmer temperatures and low relative humidity can cause the fire.

The forecast showed that wind gusts could reach 40 to 50 mph.

Did you know? In winter, the main concerns are hypothermia and road hazards. The forecast reminded Americans to early prepare for the upcoming winter in the US.