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Super El Niño to Shape a Stormier, Warmer Winter Across the U.S.
weather5 days ago

Super El Niño to Shape a Stormier, Warmer Winter Across the U.S.

CNN reports that a Super El Niño is strengthening rapidly and could become the strongest on record by year‑end, likely making this winter stormier for the southern U.S. and drier in parts of the Northeast, with forecasts from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center showing above‑normal temperatures across much of the northern tier and wetter conditions across much of the country, plus a higher risk of severe thunderstorms in Florida. The exact impacts depend on how cold winter gets and ongoing global warming, so these are probability-based expectations rather than certainties.

Supercharged El Niño Could Rewire US Winter Weather via Polar Vortex Interaction
science10 days ago

Supercharged El Niño Could Rewire US Winter Weather via Polar Vortex Interaction

A forecast of a very strong El Niño suggests it could interact with the Arctic polar vortex to alter U.S. winter patterns, potentially bringing wetter conditions to the South, less snow for the Great Lakes and Northeast, and increasing the chance of stratospheric warming events; however, regional impacts remain uncertain as scientists study the exact teleconnections.

Record-Strong El Niño Could Bring Wetter NC Winter
weather11 days ago

Record-Strong El Niño Could Bring Wetter NC Winter

A rapidly strengthening El Niño could become the strongest on record, with NOAA forecasting a very strong event this fall and winter; it could suppress Atlantic hurricane activity by increasing upper-level wind shear, but it is also expected to bring a wetter, potentially snowier winter to North Carolina, possibly easing drought—though exact outcomes are not guaranteed and forecasts will evolve.

El Niño Sets a Patchwork Winter for the U.S.
weather16 days ago

El Niño Sets a Patchwork Winter for the U.S.

The Farmers Almanac’s 2026-27 winter forecast says a strong El Niño will shape a regional mix: more storms for the South and Desert Southwest (with heavier snowfall in the southern Rockies), drier and variable conditions in the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest amid cold snaps, a potentially less dependable snow season for the Pacific Northwest, and a complex Northeast with inland heavy snow and coastal rain/mix as storm tracks shift, including uncertain swings in the Mid-Atlantic and New England.

NOAA: El Niño Emerges, Set to Strengthen Into Winter
weather2 months ago

NOAA: El Niño Emerges, Set to Strengthen Into Winter

NOAA’s National Weather Service announced that El Niño has formed in the tropical Pacific and is likely to intensify to moderate or strong this fall, with a 63% chance that regional sea surface temperatures exceed 2.0°C—potentially a 'very strong' El Niño. The phenomenon alters the Walker Circulation and typically shifts the winter jet south, bringing warmer northern U.S. winters but drier conditions in parts of the Northwest and Ohio/Tennessee valleys, while the Southern U.S. can see stormier weather; West Coast high-tide flooding and ecological impacts can also occur. NOAA notes that ENSO forecasts now rely on both the ONI and the newer Relative Oceanic Nino Index (RONI), which better tracks changes in the Walker Circulation.

Massachusetts braces for a potential super El Niño and global climate ripple effects
weather3 months ago

Massachusetts braces for a potential super El Niño and global climate ripple effects

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.

Wintry mix to snow could slick Boston-area commutes Thursday night into Friday
weather5 months ago

Wintry mix to snow could slick Boston-area commutes Thursday night into Friday

An incoming winter system for Thursday night into Friday will bring rain, then a wintry mix and snow across much of New England. The amount and type depend on how quickly cold air moves in and how heavy the precipitation is, with sleet possible near Worcester/Boston and notable travel impacts in eastern and northern Massachusetts. Snow totals may reach 2–4 inches in southern Vermont/NH and the Merrimack Valley; 1–2 inches in the Boston metro if changeover to snow is late, with less snow further south. Freezing rain could occur where surface temps hover near 32 F, while Southeastern Massachusetts faces 1–1.5 inches of rain on top of existing snow, risking localized flooding. Friday morning commutes look slick, and lingering freezing fog or drizzle could extend slick conditions. After the system, weekend looks calmer and milder with 40s–50s and a possible warm-up into the 60s next week.

Icy Start to Tuesday Morning Triggers Winter Weather Advisory
weather5 months ago

Icy Start to Tuesday Morning Triggers Winter Weather Advisory

A two-part winter system moves overnight into Tuesday, bringing freezing rain and a risk of a light ice glaze (up to about 1/4 inch inland) that could slick untreated surfaces and affect the Tuesday morning commute. The Winter Weather Advisory covers counties west and north of Baltimore and Washington, with possible school disruptions depending on conditions. The freezing rain is expected 4–7 a.m. before temperatures rise and rain resumes later in the day; Monday’s snow has largely melted, though pockets of 1–3 inches were reported in some areas.

Winter Storm Reaches East as West Sees Record Warmth
weather5 months ago

Winter Storm Reaches East as West Sees Record Warmth

Winter weather is returning to the Midwest and Northeast this weekend as a fast-moving system moves east, bringing snow and travel delays; meanwhile parts of the West are experiencing record warmth. Massachusetts endured significant power outages from the prior nor’easter, and icy conditions are possible from Missouri into northern New England, with snow likely in the Midwest moving toward D.C. and New York City by Monday. Next week could bring more storms and heavy rain to the Plains and Mississippi Valley, with potential flooding.

Fresh Northeast Snow Hits Cleanup Efforts as Last Storm Lingers
weather6 months ago

Fresh Northeast Snow Hits Cleanup Efforts as Last Storm Lingers

A fresh wave of light snow swept the Northeast after a historic storm left huge piles of snow from Maryland to Maine, prompting salt deployments and thousands of shovelers in cities like New York while warning of patchy ice on roads; the region also faced ongoing accessibility challenges for people with disabilities, dozens of power outages, and flight disruptions as some schools and services returned to normal amid continued snow-clearing efforts and dumping grounds for snow.