Widespread Precipitation and Gusty Winds in the West; Snow from the Great Lakes to the Northeast

A Pacific storm system is expected to bring strong winds and more precipitation to the western U.S., along with the likelihood of snowfall into the Sierra Nevada. Accumulating snow will develop downwind from the Great Lakes into parts of the Northeast through Saturday. Polar air will surge into the eastern half of the country this weekend. Read More >

White Christmas Climatology

Extended Forecast

Christmas Day Extremes

What is the probability of a white Christmas? Using 1981-2010 data from long-running weather stations, the historical probability is shown on the map. This year, the probability of a white Christmas (at least an inch of snow on the ground Christmas morning) is almost certain in Michigan. However, a big snowmelt could begin later on Christmas Day and continue into part of Monday.

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Widespread Precipitation and Gusty Winds in the West; Snow from the Great Lakes to the Northeast

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