December Weather Forecast: High Temperatures Likely in Midwest, Plains This Late Week

The latest weather forecast showed that unusually hotter temperatures are possible in the Midwest and Plains this late week as many people in the US look forward to the winter with colder temperatures.

The NWS Storm Prediction Center warned of severe storms in the Mid-South. The challenging weather can bring damaging wind gusts and hail conditions this week.

In Memphis, the forecast showed that severe thunderstorms are possible on the weekend. People should stay alert for watches and warnings in the late week.

Meanwhile, the unusually can unfold in the Notherntier and eastward portions of the US this weekend. Residents can expect 20 to 30 above-average temperatures.

December Weather Forecast in the Midwest and Plains

(Photo : NESDIS NOAA as of December 7, 2023)
NESDIS NOAA as of December 7, 2023. The temperatures will be unusually higher in the Midwest and Plains this December as many Americans prepare for the upcoming winter. Eastern portions of the US can also expect the challenging heat as many look forward to the extreme cold and snow this week. Central Plains and Northern Rockies can also expect a surge in temperatures, from 1t to 25 degrees above average.

Weather agencies reported that the Midwest and Plains can anticipate higher temperatures. Temperatures can be up to 25 degrees above the historical average.

Eastern portions of the US can also expect the challenging heat as many look forward to the extreme cold and snow this week. Central Plains and Northern Rockies can also expect a surge in temperatures, from 1t to 25 degrees above average.

In addition, the National Weather Service (NWS) warned of record-breaking warmth in the Central US this week. Daily maximums of 60s and 70s are possible in the early December.

On Friday, the milder to unseasonably warm is likely in the following areas:

Cleveland
St. Louis
Chicago
Des Moines
Oklahoma City
Memphis
Burlington
New York City
Washington City
Jackson
Atlanta

In Arkansas, isolated severe storms are possible in the late week and weekend. Homeowners should stay alert for flooding concerns and flash flood risk in the region, especially in low-lying or flood-prone areas.

In Little Rock, high temperatures can unfold on Friday, from lower to upper 40s. Prolonged exposure to challenging heat is not recommended, especially for older adults, children and people with medical conditions.

On the weekend, residents can anticipate much colder temperatures, dropping from 15 to 20 F drop in the late week. The chilly outlook is likely in the following areas:

Fargo
Minneapolis
Chicago
Des Moines
Kansas City
St. Louis
Oklahoma City
Little Rock
Dallas

In the Pacific Northwest, people suffered from heavy atmospheric river that could bring heavy rain and flooding in the region. The forecast warned that flooding can cause severe to strong flooding, especially in low-lying areas.

Weather Preparedness: From Colder Temperatures to Hotter Temperatures

The latest forecast shows that the challenging heat is possible in the late week. Homeowners can prepare for the upcoming winter this December. This month, people can expect hotter temperatures to heavy rains.

In addition, preparing emergency kits is also recommended to anticipate the winter in the US.