Dry Weather in US: Above-Average Temperatures Likely in Southern Plains, Mid-Atlantic, Central US This Late Week

Above-average temperatures are forecast in the Central US and Mid-Atlantic to Southern Plains this week. Residents can experience mild and dry conditions.

The forecast also warned of potential fire weather concerns from Ohio Vally to Mid-Atlantic. The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that the dry vegetation, low relative humidity and windy outlook could unleash fires in the region.

Temperatures in the mid to upper 50s this afternoon. Sunday and into the start of next week, most locations expected to hit above 60. Dry over the next 6 days. pic.twitter.com/PxTh7CpJ3R
— NWS Kansas City (@NWSKansasCity) November 11, 2023

High pressure could bring sunny to hotter temperatures in parts of the US. In Florida and the Gulf Coast, residents can expect heavy rain conditions and flash flood threats.

Above-Average Temperatures: Where Will Hotter Weather Unload?

(Photo : NOAA NESDIS Satellite View as of November 15, 2023)
NOAA NESDIS Satellite View as of November 15, 2023. Mild and dry conditions are expected in the Central US, Mid-Atlantic to Southern Plains this late week. Fire concerns are likely in Ohio Valley. The spike in daily temperatures can become challenging for older adults and people with medical conditions. Prolonged exposure to hotter weather is not recommended.

NWS is monitoring high pressure from the Mid-Atlantic to the Southern Plains. Although the winter is near, a possible hotter weather outlook can unfold in the US.

In the recent news, the East Coast, Midwest and Northeast recorded high temperatures last week. In the late week, the temperatures can increase from 100 to 20 degrees above average. Afternoon temps can reach from 60s and low 70s.

However, the forecast warned of fire risks in the region due to low relative humidity, warmer outlook and dry vegetation. The weather conditions can help emerge raging wildfire threats in the region.

In Kansas City, the latest advisory showed that temps can reach from upper 50s. From Sunday to early next week, residents can expect 60s in temperatures.

The spike in daily temperatures can become challenging for older adults and people with medical conditions. Prolonged exposure to hotter weather is not recommended.

In addition, parents should never their children unsupervised inside hot vehicles. Hot cars can lead to the sudden death of children or animals.

Also Read: 2023 Meteorological Winter in US: Intensifying El Nino Can Bring Stormy And Wetter Conditions in December

Weather in Midwest and Northeastern US: What Can Residents Expect?

The Northeast and Midwest recently experienced a return of warm weather. The chance of rain is also likely on the weekend. In this week's weather, the warmer trend is expected in the following areas:

Winnipeg
Chicago
Kansas City
Omaha
Minneapolis
Fargo
Billings
Rapid City
Scottsbluff
New York City
Washington
Boston
Burlington
Nashville
Raleigh

However, the warmth relief is likely on Thursday. The rainy outlook can become beneficial for drought-affected areas. However, homeowners should stay alert for localized flooding and travel concerns for the upcoming Thanksgiving.

In the late week, the rounds of rain are likely in the following areas: