An Arctic Invasion for Much of the Nation Gets Underway Early This Weekend…Bitter Cold for Inauguration Day
By early Tuesday, January 21st, much of the Northern U. S. is expected to experience extreme cold, with temperatures likely dropping to below zero in some areas. The cold wave is set to start over the weekend as air from Canada moves southward, impacting the central states, and eventually spreading toward the East Coast. This cold front will coincide with Inauguration Day, causing temperatures in Washington, D. C. to likely hover around 20 degrees, with a biting wind making it feel colder. Snow may also occur in the Mid-Atlantic region Sunday evening.
The Arctic air mass will spread quickly, and colder-than-normal weather that began earlier this month is predicted to become more severe. A significant drop in temperatures is anticipated across the nation, reaching even parts of Texas. A wave of low pressure could form along the Arctic boundary, potentially leading to snow accumulation in the Mid-Atlantic region.
By Inauguration Day, temperatures will be notably cold. For instance, the temperatures in D. C. are expected to be close to 20 degrees, possibly dropping to single digits by nighttime. Historical context is provided, recalling severely cold Inauguration Days in the past, such as January 20th, 1985, when an Arctic outbreak resulted in outdoor ceremonies being canceled due to extreme cold.
Mid-week into late January could see further storm development, as low pressure systems may form over the Gulf, pushing northward. This could bring significant snow and ice to the southern and eastern regions of the U. S. The weather pattern suggests that significant cold will persist, with potential storm systems appearing later in the week, as models indicate active weather conditions through the Gulf region.
With the bitter cold affecting large areas of the nation, January is on track to remain frigid, impacting plans and possibly leading to reminders about energy usage during such cold spells. The below-freezing temperatures and anticipated storms serve as a reminder of the typical winter weather patterns hitting the U. S.
Meteorologist Paul Dorian shared the outlook for this impending Arctic invasion, emphasizing the historical nature of similar weather events and the cold temperatures expected across many regions.
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