Summary
Arctic air is expected to cause a winter storm next week, bringing snow and ice to areas from the Midwest to the Northeast U.S. A lighter snowfall is expected this weekend, but the situation could worsen with colder temperatures and strong weather systems early next week.
Key Facts
- Arctic air will lead to a potential winter storm next week.
- The storm could spread snow and ice from the Midwest to the Northeast U.S.
- A lighter round of snowfall is expected over the weekend.
- Chicago and Detroit might get about an inch of snow initially.
- Temperatures are expected to briefly rise on Saturday before dropping sharply.
- New York City might see temperatures fall from 50°F to the 20s by Monday.
- Snow, sleet, and freezing rain are expected when cold meets moisture-filled air.
- Areas from northern Missouri to the mid-Atlantic coast could be affected.
