Heavy snow is expected to blanket large portions of the Eastern U.S. while much of the country will endure dangerously cold temperatures in the coming days.
An arctic blast is set to bring wind chill temperatures as low as single digits below zero in Massachusetts. Meteorologists tell us how to prepare.
DEDHAM, Mass. — A winter storm watch has been issued in Massachusetts ahead of a one-two punch of rain and snow that is expected to make for a messy weekend in Massachusetts before some of the coldest air of the season moves in.
Rain showers are expected to begin in the early afternoon, moving from west to east across the state. Most of Massachusetts, including Boston, Worcester and Western Massachusetts, can expect to see rain the rest of the day as temperatures are forecast to reach the low 40s. The Berkshires could experience a mix of rain and light snow.
Wind chill reached 49 degrees below zero this week with over 100 mile-per-hour winds at the Mount Washington Observatory.
According to the National Weather Service, a polar vortex will impact most of the country this weekend, here is what you need to know.
Boston is in for more chilly temperatures but a fairly dry spell in the upcoming week, according to National Weather Service forecasts.
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is advising travelers that snowfall and severe cold are expected to impact travel in many areas of the state from later Sunday afternoon to Monday morning.
Calmer or no winds also contribute to better conditions. Strong winds give oxygen to flames and can dry out vegetation, making it more combustible. While fires will continue even with no wind, they don’t spread as easily, making it easier for firefighters to put it out or for firefighting planes to fly overhead.
Temperatures will plummet by up to 40 degrees this weekend as an arctic blast spreads across much of the U.S., including the Deep South.
A quick-hitting snowstorm​ is set to hit most of Massachusetts Sunday night into Monday before an arctic blast of air arrives on Tuesday and Wednesday.