Which states will see snow this weekend? Weather forecast for November 29 - December 1
An artic blast is sweeping over the United States that will deliver frigid temperatures to large swaths of the country and a heap of snow in some parts.
The first winter storms of the season have swept into the United States, disrupting Thanksgiving plans with a mix of snow and frigid temperatures. These conditions are expected to persist through the weekend, impacting travel and outdoor activities.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned of heavy lake-effect snow bands and snow showers forecast for downwind of the Great Lakes. This early-season winter weather has already begun creating hazardous conditions across several regions.
Significant snowfall predicted in Great Lakes Region
In a bulletin from the Weather Prediction Center (WPC), meteorologists detailed the potential for “formidable and prolonged” lake-effect snow bands to develop east and southeast of the Great Lakes. These snow bands are expected to bring substantial accumulation and drifting snow to the hardest-hit areas.
Northern parts of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula as well as the Lower Pennisula are likely to see measurable snowfall, but elevations will play a critical role in determining the amount of accumulation. Around Watertown, New York there could be in excess of 70 inches of snow.
Travelers should prepare for disruptions, particularly along Interstate 90 between Cleveland and Buffalo and Interstate 81 north of Syracuse, where treacherous road conditions are anticipated.
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Dangerously cold wind chills expected
Adding to the challenges, a blast of Arctic air is pushing southward, bringing dangerously low wind chill temperatures to much of the U.S. The Weather Prediction Center reports that this intense cold will spread across the Plains and Midwest that will linger through the weekend.
During the peak of this Arctic outbreak, wind chill values could plummet below zero across much of the northern Plains and Upper Midwest. In states like North Dakota and Minnesota, wind chills are forecast to dip to a bone-chilling -15°F or lower. Some areas of North Dakota could experience extreme lows of -30°F to -40°F, posing serious risks of hypothermia and frostbite for those exposed to the elements.
Stay updated with real-time alerts
For the latest updates, travel advisories, and real-time weather alerts, visit the official National Weather Service website. Prepare for delays, bundle up against the cold, and plan ahead to ensure your safety during this early winter storm system.
Original article written by Corina González, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Greg Heilman.
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