Welcome: Good morning. I received a coating of snow last night. A huge Nor’easter is on the way. To remind you all, a Nor’easter is a storm that has wind coming from the Northeast going into it’s center. This storm could impact travel beginning Monday afternoon and going through Wednesday morning…
Alert: None.
Timing: Widespread light snow and/or rain begins Monday morning. During Monday afternoon snow and/or rain will pickup intensity and get heavier into the night. Snow will be falling heavy into Tuesday night. Some scattered snow showers are possible Wednesday. Rain could mix in Tuesday, but there is much uncertainty with how cold it will be.
Snow: Widespread snow is likely. These are very early possible amounts. This storm could surprise with more rain or more snow than expected. Take this with multiple grains of salt. If forecasts stay the same as right now, then these amounts will be expected:
For lower terrain areas 7 to 14 inches of wet snow is expected. For higher terrain areas 1 to 2 feet of wet snow is expected.
Sleet: Not expected.
Freezing Rain: Not expected.
Rain: Scattered rain is likely. Rainfall amounts will depend on how much mixes into the snow.
Thunder: Not expected.
Peak Wind: (Tuesday) 15 to 25 mph, with gusts to 45 mph. Coming from the North .
Low Temperatures During the Event: (Monday night) The lower 30s.
High Temperatures During the Event: (Tuesday) The lower 30s.
Blowing/Drifting Snow: Not expected.
Snow Day Calculator: 70% chance of a snow day for Tuesday. Early dismissals could be possible Monday, with delays being possible Wednesday.
Hazards Summary: Roads will be dangerous to impossible to drive on. Heavy snow and strong winds will likely cause scattered tree damage and power outages. Visibility will be limited at times. Blizzard conditions could be possible. Have supplies ready and be prepared.
Anything Else: I hope you all stay safe. Please comment and like. Thank you. Have an amazing day. I hope all goes your way. So let today be your very best day. Cheers everyone!
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