As we progress into the latter part of February, an enigmatic winter storm is looming over the central and northeastern United States, refusing to loosen its grip. The Weather Channel has dubbed this approaching storm as Winter Storm Kingston.
The precise trajectory and intensity of this impending winter storm remain uncertain, leaving the forecast for potential snow and ice accumulation, along with the specific areas to be affected, yet to be determined.
Here’s the projected timeline for the early-to-midweek impact:
– Monday night and Tuesday: Snow and ice activity is expected to intensify in regions spanning from the Plains down to parts of the South, encompassing areas from north Texas and Oklahoma to Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri.
– Late Tuesday through Wednesday: The snow and ice disturbance is forecasted to extend into the mid-Mississippi Valley, Ohio Valley, and Tennessee Valley before advancing towards the mid-Atlantic states. There is a notable likelihood of substantial ice and/or snowfall in the Carolinas on Wednesday.
The storm may evolve into a robust nor’easter, bringing along snowfall and potent winds to portions of the mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions sometime between Wednesday and Thursday. However, the exact impact remains uncertain, contingent upon the storm’s proximity to the coast.
Several computer models are indicating the likelihood of a nor’easter formation. NOAA’s Weather Prediction Center has identified a specific area in the Northeast as being at risk of “heavy snow” during the upcoming Wednesday and Thursday timeframe.
It is advisable to stay updated on the latest developments by monitoring weather forecasts on weather.com and The Weather Channel App as the storm approaches. Additional crucial information will be provided as the event draws nearer.
Chris Dolce, a seasoned digital meteorologist with almost 15 years of experience at weather.com, commenced his career at The Weather Channel in the early 2000s.
