While temperatures won’t plummet as drastically farther south, wind chills are expected to dip into the teens next week in cities like Houston and New Orleans. A developing coastal storm on Sunday is likely to usher in moderate to heavy snowfall in numerous major cities. Winter storm watches and warnings have been issued for over 28 million people spanning from the mid-Atlantic to the Northeast for Sunday.
A significant swath of 4 to 8 inches of snow is anticipated from West Virginia all the way up to Maine. New York City is preparing for 3 to 6 inches of snow on Sunday afternoon and evening, potentially marking the largest snowstorm in nearly three years for the city. The brunt of the snowfall is predicted for Sunday afternoon and evening along the I-95 corridor, raising concerns about slick road conditions from Baltimore to Boston.
As the frigid weather extends southward, cities along the Gulf Coast, like Houston and New Orleans, may face the rare occurrence of wintry weather. Starting Monday night through Tuesday, Houston could see measurable snowfall, leading to possible travel disruptions. Houston last experienced 1 inch of snow back in 2021, with over 1 inch last reported in 2008. New Orleans hasn’t recorded measurable snowfall since 2009, and the city hasn’t exceeded 1 inch of snow since 1963. While it’s premature to confirm a break in this streak, the potential for winter conditions along the Gulf Coast warrants early preparations ahead of the impending storm.
Over 85 million Americans are currently under cold weather alerts, signaling the widespread impact of this approaching weather event. Stay updated on the latest developments and take necessary precautions as the storm approaches.
