The recent weather report said that challenging commutes and travel concerns are likely in New England and the Northeast this early week. People with travel plans should stay updated with the weather, especially for motorists.

Christmas Holiday is near to the US as many Americans are expected to travel this month. Homeowners should check for disruptive weather in the Northeast and New England.

The National Weather Service (NWS) warned of storms and showers on the East Coast. Residents can anticipate heavy to excessive rainfall and flash flooding. Strong to severe thunderstorms are also possible.

In Boston, the forecast warned of moderate to heavy rain in the city. Street flooding is also possible, including moderate to heavy rain with strong winds. The challenging winds can cause widespread power outages in the early week.

US Holiday Weather Forecast: Where Will Challenging Commutes Hit?

New York City
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In Kansas City, the forecast warned of normal temps reaching from mid-30s to lower 40s. In New England, motorists should check for snow squalls from the Midwest to the Northeast.

In this week's weather, the main dangers are extremely cold, heavy rains, flooding, snow and thundersnow. Motorists should be extra careful in checking roads due to the weather.

On Monday morning, about 200,000 had no power in the Northeast. In the early week, residents can anticipate the heaviest rainfall in the following areas:

  • Buffalo
  • Pittsburgh
  • Washington
  • New York City
  • Boston
  • Raleigh
  • Wilmington
  • Charleston
  • Atlanta
  • Tampa
  • Miami

On a Monday evening, people should check for windy conditions, travel concerns and power outages in Halifax, Portland, Moncton, Boston, New York and Virginia Beach.

The wet weather conditions can spread over the following areas:

  • Portland
  • Boston

In the upcoming Christmas Holiday, about 2.8 million are expected in the Christmas Holiday. Meanwhile, the NWS Weather Prediction Center warned of a strong coastal storm in the Eastern US. Heavy rain outlook is forecast in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern US.

In Los Angeles, two storm systems are expected in Los Angeles, bringing moderate to heavy rain. People near flood-prone areas are at risk of moderate flooding and flooded roads.

Weather Preparedness in the New England

The new weather forecast warned of severe weather conditions in New England. In the Northeast, the Weather Prediction warned of a flash flood risk. Homeowners should check for flooded roadways.

  • People traveling at Christmas should check for the recent forecasts in the New England. Staying at home is recommended when the weather becomes more difficult.
  • Emergency kits are also recommended as weather declines.

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