Summary
A strong cold front from the Arctic is expected to move across the U.S., leading to a significant drop in temperatures by up to 40 degrees in some areas. The Midwest will see the most drastic changes, with temperatures falling below freezing after a warm period. This cold weather pattern will affect the Midwest, Northeast, and parts of the Southeast with potential for hazardous travel conditions.
Key Facts
- An Arctic cold front is moving into the U.S., replacing warm weather.
- Temperatures in some regions could drop by as much as 40 degrees.
- The Midwest will experience the most extreme temperature changes.
- Indianapolis will see daytime highs drop from the 70s to below freezing.
- Cold air will arrive Thursday morning, impacting states like Iowa, Missouri, and Pennsylvania.
- The cold pattern will feature fluctuating temperatures through the month.
- Recent warm temperatures broke records in the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes regions.
- The cold front could create hazardous travel conditions due to snow and ice.
