Summary
A major storm system is moving across the United States, expected to bring severe thunderstorms to ten states as it travels eastward. The National Weather Service (NWS) has identified areas in parts of Texas, Oklahoma, and the Mississippi Valley as potentially facing severe weather. Rain and snowfall are also expected in various regions, with Northern Texas anticipating unusually high temperatures and low precipitation later in January.
Key Facts
- The storm started on the West Coast and will move eastward, with severe storms possible in parts of Texas and Oklahoma from Wednesday night into Thursday.
- On Thursday, the risk of severe storms extends to eastern Texas, Oklahoma, and parts of the Ozarks and Mississippi Valley.
- There is a marginal risk of severe storms affecting southeastern Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Illinois on Thursday.
- By Friday, the storm risk will be smaller and more focused on Texas and Oklahoma.
- Northern Texas has experienced mostly rain, with only 0.2 inches of snow in the Amarillo area so far, below the usual 7.6 inches for this time of year.
- Snow is likely in areas like Boise City, Oklahoma, and Stratford, Texas, with chances up to 5 inches starting Thursday night.
- Texas is expected to have above-average temperatures and below-average precipitation from January 11 to January 15.
- No storm watches or warnings are currently issued for Texas by the NWS.
