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Forecasters expect a 'super' El Niño to form later this year, potentially one of the strongest on record, which could bring a milder, snow-light winter to Massachusetts, a quieter Atlantic hurricane season, and broader global shifts toward warmer temperatures, possibly making 2027 the warmest year on record as ocean warmth releases into the atmosphere.
Colorado is bracing for a major May snowstorm that could bring several inches to Denver and surrounding areas and Wyoming, potentially the largest in a decade or two, as warm spring temperatures collide with cold air. The storm should be followed by a return to 70-degree conditions later in the week, but could cause travel disruptions and power outages in a drought-stricken region.
A multi-day storm is forecast to bring severe thunderstorms, heavy rain and significant mountain snow across California, with a Sierra Nevada winter storm watch Friday through Sunday; expect 1–2 feet of snow above 4,500 feet and 3–4 feet at the highest peaks, plus gusty winds that could slow travel from Sacramento to Yosemite.
Alaska endured its coldest December–March in roughly 50 years, with Fairbanks posting its coldest period and Juneau experiencing a snowier December and March, while Anchorage logged its coldest March since 1960–61. Now forecasters anticipate a strong El Niño by mid-year, likely making summers 1–3 degrees warmer and winters 2–4 degrees warmer across most of the state, and substantially reducing snowfall, though some regions may see different effects.
A major weekend snowstorm is winding down across Minnesota with heavy accumulations concentrated in the southeast, including 20.5 inches in Wabasha and 14 inches in Rochester; the Twin Cities area logged substantial totals in suburbs like Prior Lake (about 13.7 inches), Maple Grove (10 inches) and Bloomington (9.5 inches). Winds are driving blizzard conditions, prompting MnDOT to issue a no-travel advisory for southern Minnesota while the National Guard stands by for potential rescue operations.
A major winter storm moving from the High Plains to the Great Lakes could dump 2–4 feet of snow in parts of northern Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Minnesota, with blizzard conditions, near-zero visibility, and power-outage risk through Sunday into Monday; southern areas may see a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain, while some bands could produce 1–3 inches per hour in heavy snowfall areas and trigger travel disruptions tracked by an address-based snowfall map.
A powerful late-winter storm is forecast to hit the Upper Midwest this weekend, potentially ranking among the region’s strongest snow events with heavy snowfall likely from Minneapolis–Saint Paul through Northeast Wisconsin and the Michigan Upper Peninsula (some spots could see 1–2+ feet). The system also brings a southern-edge threat of tornadoes, northward blizzard conditions with strong winds, and, as it exits, a risk of flooding in the Northeast. In the Twin Cities, accumulations could approach or exceed historical marks, with some areas possibly reaching around 20 inches.
Northeast Wisconsin is bracing for Winter Storm Elsa this weekend, with two approaching systems that could bring 1–2 inches of snow across much of the region, 4–7 inches in northern counties, and a forecast of more than a foot with gusty winds that could trigger blizzard conditions and major travel disruptions Sunday into Monday.
A snow-starved winter forced Vail Resorts to cut its earnings forecast, with skier visits down about 11.9% through March 1 and declines across ski school, dining, rentals, and lift tickets. The company lowered its annual target from about $842–$898 million to $745–$775 million as Epic Pass sales slow and promotions (younger-pass discounts and half-price tickets for friends/family) aim to spur demand, while stock remained under pressure.
A powerful nor’easter dumped heavy snow across the Mid-Atlantic, breaking daily records in Atlantic City, Philadelphia, Trenton and Wilmington. By midday, Atlantic City neared 17 inches and Philadelphia about 14 inches, with Mount Holly forecasting up to 20 inches; Sussex County, Del., saw as much as 19 inches, and parts of Monmouth and Middlesex counties in New Jersey reported over two feet. While these are notable daily records, meteorologists say the winter’s total snowfall is unlikely to reach long‑term seasonal records, which exceed about 70 inches in some winters. The storm should taper off this afternoon with potential coastal flooding in low‑lying areas, and additional snow is possible later in the week.
A northeast winter storm dumped record snowfall in Providence (32.8 inches, surpassing the Blizzard of ’78) and delivered heavy snow across the Boston area in 12–24 inch ranges, with Logan Airport at 14.4 inches by 1 p.m. and strong gusts up to 83 mph on Cape Cod and surrounding areas. The snow is expected to taper off by evening as winds subside, followed by a cold, sunny day; a smaller system is possible midweek and a colder pattern persists into the weekend.
A historic bomb cyclone blankets the Northeast with record snowfall—from Rhode Island’s three-plus feet to about 20 inches in New York City—causing widespread power outages, canceling thousands of flights and dimming travel across the region. Massachusetts reports hundreds of stranded vehicles, Cape Cod outages, and travel bans; New York City enacts homelessness outreach amid freezing conditions; cities mobilize extensive snow removal and shelters, with restoration expected to take days as crews work around the clock and Boston stores excess snow in ‘snow farms.’
A major East Coast winter storm blankets the DC region with heavy, wet snow that falls unevenly—heaviest north and west of the Beltway and into Southern Maryland—knocking out power and gusting winds; the Capital Weather Gang explains how forecasters crafted the forecast, where predictions missed, and where they were on target.
Four major local networks (NBC4, FOX5, ABC7, WUSA9) released updated snowfall maps for the DC region, with most areas expected to see 2–6 inches and higher totals in places like eastern Howard County (FOX5) and elevations above 1000 feet. ABC7 is using a probability-based approach, placing many areas in the 2–5 inch “most likely” range. Winter Storm Warnings cover central/north-central Maryland, northern/northwest Virginia, and the eastern panhandle of West Virginia, while a DC-area Winter Weather Advisory calls for lighter but impactful snowfall.
Massachusetts is under Blizzard and winter storm warnings ahead of a nor'easter expected to bring heavy snow, gusty winds up to 60 mph, and coastal flooding concerns. The storm is projected to move in Sunday night and taper by Tuesday, with 12-24 inches of snow in the Boston area and higher totals inland toward Worcester and western counties; some southern New England areas could see up to two feet. Travel is likely to be dangerous or impossible, with whiteout conditions and potential power outages as the system sweeps through Sunday into Monday. Officials will monitor developments and issue updates as needed.