A new winter storm is expected to impact the East Coast on Monday and Tuesday, bringing heavy rain, snow, and possible severe thunderstorms to the region. The storm is predicted to cause significant travel disruptions and potentially produce plowable snow in interior and mountain areas of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.
The exact amount of snow that will accumulate along the I-95 corridor, which includes cities like New York City and Boston, remains uncertain due to the unpredictability of the storm track and the temperature. Total precipitation, including rain and melted snow, is estimated to be around 0.75 to 1.25 inches across many parts of the region.
The area most likely to experience significant snowfall stretches from central Pennsylvania into Massachusetts, where 6 to 12 inches of snow could fall between Monday night and Tuesday. However, the actual location of the heaviest snowfall may shift as the storm approaches. Some forecast models suggest that the highest snow accumulation may occur farther north, affecting areas like interior New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and southern Maine.
The storm will follow a weekend of unusually mild temperatures in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, with record-breaking warmth in some areas reaching the 50s and 60s. The sudden change in weather patterns has caused uncertainty about the forecasted snowfall near the I-95 corridor, as temperatures are expected to reach the 40s to near 50 on Monday.
The storm is expected to start with heavy rain in the Southeast on Sunday, followed by rain, mountain snow, and strong winds in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Monday and Tuesday. Coastal areas are likely to experience a mix of rain, snow, and sleet, while heavy snowfall is forecasted for the interior regions. Forecast confidence remains low due to the uncertainty in the storm track and the intensity of the precipitation.
As the storm approaches, residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to stay informed about the developing weather conditions and make necessary preparations for potential disruptions. Although specific snowfall amounts are still uncertain, it is important for individuals in the impacted regions to monitor updates from local weather authorities.