All articles tagged with #cold temperatures
A winter storm is bringing accumulating snow to metro Atlanta and north Georgia, with heavier amounts in the east (3–6 inches) and lighter totals to the west, along with bitter cold and strong winds; travel hazards are rising as GDOT prepares to plow and flights are affected.
Forecasters warn of another significant weekend winter storm for parts of the East Coast, expected to form off the Southeast coast Saturday and move into the Mid-Atlantic and New England by Sunday. While confidence grows that a storm will develop, its exact track, strength, and snow/ice totals remain uncertain and subject to change. A broad, lingering cold air mass will keep temperatures frigid across much of the U.S. into next week, with some southern spots, including Florida, possibly seeing record-cold conditions. NOAA forecasts and maps are illustrating the potential impacts as details continue to evolve.
Space City Weather warns of a potential weekend deep freeze for Houston, with possible freezing rain or ice and subfreezing lows around 20°F in the city (colder inland, warmer near the coast), though exact conditions remain uncertain. Road impacts could range from dry to icy, prompting closures in some districts; a Monday morning electricity strain is possible due to cold and ice on lines, though major outages are not expected. Saturday will bring thunderstorms, with travel disruptions and airline waivers likely; residents should prepare for icy patches, subfreezing temperatures, and monitor updates as forecasts clarifying conditions.
A Winter Storm Warning covers Pittsburgh as a weekend storm is forecast to drop 9–14 inches of snow with near-zero temperatures and wind chills around -10, potentially the area's biggest storm in years; residents should prepare, limit travel, and monitor updates for icing and possible power outages.
A Winter Storm Watch is in effect 7 p.m. Saturday to 2 p.m. Monday as a weekend system brings steady snow to the Pittsburgh region, with 6–10 inches likely for much of the area and heavier banding southeast of the city that could push totals into double digits. The event is long in duration, potentially impacting travel Sunday into Monday, and it will be very cold afterward with teens and wind chills in the single digits or below zero; a mix of sleet or freezing rain is possible southeast toward the Mason-Dixon line, but the primary impact remains snow.
The article discusses how the decline in winter cold and frost days due to climate change disrupts key biological processes in plants and pests, affecting agriculture and ecosystems. Cold is essential for plant vernalization, pest control, and ecological balance, but warming winters threaten these functions, leading to potential crop failures and ecological shifts. Scientists are exploring ways to mimic or stabilize cold responses in plants through genetic and epigenetic techniques to adapt to a changing climate.
The Northeast experienced snow and bitter cold as 2026 began, with significant snowfall and arctic blasts, while Southern California faces heavy rains and flood threats, including disruptions to the Rose Parade and potential flooding across the region.
A weather system brings light snow and colder temperatures to Minnesota on Wednesday, with snow showers ending by early afternoon and temperatures dropping into the teens and single digits, but warming up to seasonable levels by the weekend.
A strong weather system is bringing howling winds, dropping temperatures, and a high wind warning to Maryland, with gusts up to 70 MPH in mountain areas, causing potential tree damage and power outages, and continuing cold and breezy conditions through New Year's.
A strong wind event is expected in Massachusetts on Tuesday, with gusts up to 60 mph in elevated areas, potentially causing tree damage and power outages, amid cold temperatures and refreezing conditions.
The Philadelphia region experienced a snowstorm followed by a prolonged cold snap, with 18 consecutive days of below-average temperatures, which will continue until Thursday when temperatures are expected to rise into the 50s. The upcoming week will see gradually warming temperatures, with rain expected on Friday.
Due to icy conditions and cold temperatures, many schools and organizations in the Pittsburgh area are operating on delays or have adjusted plans for Monday, with Pittsburgh Public Schools starting two hours late and several heating centers opening to assist residents.
Philadelphia experienced its first major snowfall of the season with over 8 inches in some areas, followed by dangerously cold and icy conditions due to high winds and below-freezing temperatures, prompting an Enhanced Code Blue advisory and increased shelter efforts.
A weekend storm brought heavy snow to the Northeast and frigid temperatures across the Midwest and East Coast, causing airport delays and hazardous road conditions, while the Pacific Northwest faces more rain after recent flooding.
A triple-dip polar vortex is expected to bring frigid Arctic air to much of the central and eastern US over the coming weeks, causing significant cold surges, snow, and increased energy demands, with temperatures potentially dropping below -25°F in some areas.