Today will bring a mix of weather across the U.S., with rain, snow, and even freezing rain in the Northeast, heavy rain and mountain snow in the Pacific Northwest, and warm temperatures in the Southeast. While no severe weather is expected, travelers in the Northeast and Northwest should prepare for slippery roads and changing conditions.
A low-pressure system moving through the Great Lakes will bring a mix of rain, snow, and freezing rain to the Northeast and Great Lakes region. Precipitation will begin as snow overnight, with a quick coating to an inch possible in lower elevations and up to 2 inches in the higher terrain of the Berkshires and Worcester Hills. By mid-morning, most areas will transition to rain as temperatures climb into the 30s and 40s, though freezing rain could linger in the interior Northeast, creating slick spots on roads. Scattered showers may persist into the afternoon, particularly in New England, before tapering off by evening.
Further south, the Mid-Atlantic will see milder conditions, with highs in the 50s and 60s and a few early rain showers. In the Southeast, warm and humid air will dominate, with highs reaching the 70s and 80s. A few strong thunderstorms could develop along a cold front from southern Louisiana into the Florida Panhandle, with isolated hail and gusty winds possible. However, the overall severe threat remains low.
Across the Midwest, temperatures will range from the 40s to 50s under mostly dry skies. A few rain or snow showers may develop near the Great Lakes, but no major weather impacts are expected. In the Plains, conditions will be calm, with highs in the 50s and 60s in the north and 60s and 70s in the south.
Further West, an atmospheric river will bring heavy rain and mountain snow to the Pacific Northwest. Snow levels will rise to around 6,500 feet, with up to 6 inches of new snow possible in the North Cascades before transitioning to rain. Heavy rain in the mountains will create dangerous avalanche conditions, while the lowlands see steady rain and breezy winds with gusts up to 40 mph. Highs will be well above normal, reaching the mid-50s to lower 60s. The rest of the West, including California and the Rockies, will stay dry, with highs in the 30s and 40s in the Rockies and 70s and 80s along the southern West Coast.
Today's weather highlights the transition between seasons, with winter lingering in the Northeast and Northwest, and spring-like warmth spreading across the Southeast. Whether you’re dealing with rain, snow, or mild temperatures, stay prepared and keep an eye on the forecast as the week progresses.
