US Weather Forecast: Dry to Mild Conditions to Hit Midwest in Late Week

Above-average temperatures are expected in the Midwest, Great Plains, Great Lakes and Intermountain West this late week as Thanksgiving begins next week.

Although winter is coming to the US, homeowners should still watch out for prolonged dry conditions and a rainy outlook. The changing weather pattern could still unfold, especially a late-season storm this November.

The challenging weather could still emerge in the US. In this week's weather, Americans should watch out for fire concerns and prolonged exposure to heat.

Above-Average Temperatures: Where Will It Unload?

(Photo : NOAA NESDIS Satellite View as of November 16, 2023)
NOAA NESDIS Satellite View as of November 16, 2023. The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that dry and mild conditions are expected in the Midwest as Thanksgiving comes near next week in the US. On the weekend, the advisory said that average temperatures could emerge in the region, including from Central to Eastern US. There is also a chance of rain on the weekend, easing the drought and dry conditions.

The above-average temperatures in November could continue this late week. In the Midwest and Great Lakes, temperatures can reach 60s, or 15 to 25 degrees above average.

The high temperatures are also likely in the Great Plains and Intermountain West. Recently, the Midwest also recorded unusual heat. The spike in temperatures can become challenging for outdoor workers, people with medical conditions and older adults.

In Kansas City, the weather forecast added that residents could expect the warmth this late week. In the afternoon, they can notice the Southerly winds, reaching from 25 to 30 mph.

On the weekend, the advisory said that average temperatures could emerge in the region, including from Central to Eastern US. There is also a chance of rain on the weekend, easing the drought and dry conditions.

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Weather on the West Coast: What Can People Expect?

On the West Coast, the forecast is monitoring an upper-level low in the region. Residents can expect rounds of rain, including in California and the Northern Rockies.

In addition, residents should stay alert for thunderstorm threat this late week. The rainy outlook could reach from 1 - 2 inches on Saturday. On the weekend, light snowfall accumulation could unload in the Sierra Nevada.

On the weekend, the latest forecast showed that showery outlook in the following areas:

Medford
Redding
Sacramento
Fresno
Las Vegas
Salt Lake City
Los Angeles
San Diego

With the chance of rain, it will become beneficial for drought-affected areas on the West Coast and California. It can also prevent fire risks in the region. However, motorists should keep updated for localized flooding and widespread travel disruption on the weekend.

On the weekend, mild conditions are likely to unfold in the following areas: