Scattered snow showers possible Wednesday, arctic air moves in late Thursday

 

As of 4:40 AM, most snow showers on satellite and radar through the overnight hours, and early morning have been much weaker compared to some of the model guidance forecasted with this disturbance currently moving through. Thanks to some dry air present in our atmosphere, heavier snowfall totals were not achieved and most of the heaviest snow has moved out just in time for the morning commute. If you do head out though, still keep an eye on untreated roadways.

The chance for snow shower returns this evening as another weak disturbance will pass overhead. By 7 p.m. tonight expect another sound of scattered snow showers across the region, however snowfall totals don't look to exceed two inches. However, any snowfall that fell this morning, including any additional snowfall later will promote the possibility of blowing snow.

The unfortunate news is that temperatures tomorrow won't see much improvement as we'll be in the teens through the afternoon. Into the evening an arctic cold front will sweep through sending very cold temperatures into the region as we'll plummet below zero with wind chill values dropping below -30° into Friday morning.

 

A strong high-pressure system will be responsible for this arctic air moving in which initially will push wind gusts as high as 30-35 mph into Friday morning. As mentioned, this will send wind chill values below -30° which has already prompted the National Weather Service to issue Extreme Cold Watches for the entire region. Through the next few days, cold safety will be crucial if you decide to go outside making sure to wear multiple layers and limiting time outdoors.