Snow Expected from the Ohio Valley into the Mid-Atlantic; Rain and Thunderstorms in the Southeast
A frontal system is expected to bring wintry precipitation to the Central Appalachians and portions of the Mid-Atlantic into Wednesday, meanwhile, showers and thunderstorms are expected along the Gulf Coast and Southeast. A series of Clipper systems will bring periods of snow to the Northern Plains and Great Lakes over the next several days.
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After a mostly cloudy and humid morning, a weak front will move through the area and bring decreasing cloudiness. Temperatures will still be warmer today with highs in the mid 60s to mid 70s. An area of scattered showers are expected once the front reaches Highway 77 late in the day. An isolated brief thunderstorm is possible.
A warmer week ahead will be interrupted by seasonably cool days Wednesday and Thursday. There are low chances for rain Today and again early next week.
Chances lean slightly towards a warmer than normal February. Chances also lean slightly towards a wetter than normal February for the Rio Grande Plains. There is greater uncertainty in conditions during the second half of the month.
February is often the driest month of the year. Arctic air can still reach the area. While still uncommon, icy or snowy weather occurs most frequently in February. Fire weather also becomes an increasing concern. Highs are typically in the 60s and 70s, with a few days with highs in the 80s typical. Lows are usually in the 40s to low 50s, and the last freeze of winter usually occurs in February for most. About 0.5 to 2 inches of precipitation (mostly rain) is typical with higher totals east. An ice or snow event occurs in some years, typically with light accumulations below an inch. For 2026, chances lean slightly towards a warmer than normal February. Chances also lean slightly towards a wetter than normal February for the Rio Grande Plains.
Interested in how to stay informed and prepared for severe weather and flooding and how to report these hazards to the NWS? We have a class in Hondo, TX on Feb 7th from 9 AM to 12 PM to help! Curious about other classes scheduled around the region? Visit: https://weather.gov/ewx/training