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A historic Northeast blizzard dumped up to three feet of snow, with Warwick, Rhode Island reporting 36.2 inches, prompting emergency declarations in seven states and causing thousands of flight cancellations, road closures, and widespread transit disruptions for more than 40 million residents.
A major East Coast winter storm blankets the DC region with heavy, wet snow that falls unevenly—heaviest north and west of the Beltway and into Southern Maryland—knocking out power and gusting winds; the Capital Weather Gang explains how forecasters crafted the forecast, where predictions missed, and where they were on target.
A developing nor'easter off the Mid-Atlantic coast is expected to rapidly intensify Sunday night into Monday, with about 35 million people under blizzard warnings and roughly 65 million under weather alerts as the storm tracks up the Northeast. The worst conditions are anticipated overnight Sunday into Monday, with forecasts of heavy snow—potentially a foot or more in parts of the Delaware-to-SE Massachusetts corridor—alongside travel disruptions and school closures across the region.
A powerful nor'easter will hit the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, bringing more than a foot of snow, blizzard conditions, and coastal flooding Sunday into Monday, threatening travel, road closures, and flight and school disruptions for about 80 million people from Delaware to Massachusetts.
Forecasters expect a coastal storm forming off the Mid-Atlantic coast Sunday to bring 1–3 inches of snow to the D.C. area, with the potential for higher amounts in localized bands. The forecast is tentative and could change as the system develops Sunday into Monday.
Forecasters are monitoring the potential formation of a bomb cyclone near the Delmarva Peninsula between Sunday and Monday. If it develops, a broad swath of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, from Washington, D.C. to Boston, could see accumulating snow and strong winds, leading to slippery roads and travel disruptions.
The Capital Weather Gang says the DC region will stay chilly through Friday with a slight chance of snow showers, then return to a deep, frigid weekend.
Punxsutawney Phil emerged on a frigid Gobbler’s Knob morning and, per the Groundhog Club, predicted six more weeks of winter after a notably snowy January across the eastern United States.
The Capital Weather Gang reports that the D.C. region will stay frigid through the weekend, with temperatures dropping today and again tomorrow. A coastal storm is approaching, but most of the snow is expected to stay southeast of the area, leaving the D.C. region cold with potential slick spots and wind chills well below freezing (ice on the Potomac is visible in recent imagery). Weather conditions could affect travel and outdoor plans as the weekend unfolds.
As the massive winter storm moves on, dangerous, record-setting cold could persist for days across the northern U.S., with forecasts showing a week or more of freezing temperatures, travel hazards from ice, and potential power outages; cold alerts cover about 210 million people as forecasters warn of continued severe conditions and a new storm system potentially forming.
A weekend winter storm will bring accumulating snow along a 1,500-mile stretch from Florida to Maine, including a rare snow event in parts of the South (Florida Panhandle) with palm trees dusted in the morning; advisories extend to central Georgia near Macon and Southeastern Alabama, where several inches of heavy, wet snow are possible, as the system spreads into the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast and New England.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac, a historic publication since 1792, will continue its annual print edition and expand its digital offerings in 2026, maintaining its reputation for reliable weather forecasts and seasonal wisdom, despite rumors of ceasing publication.
Cloudy skies may obstruct views of the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8 for parts of the US, particularly in the zone of totality stretching from Texas to Maine. Over 30 million Americans are expected to witness the event, with clear skies being crucial for optimal viewing. While early forecasts indicate potential cloud cover in inland areas like Ohio and Indiana, experts advise staying flexible and monitoring the weather closely. Protective eyewear is essential for safe viewing, even if the sun is obscured by clouds.
The AFC Championship Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens may be significantly impacted by rain and wind, while the NFC Championship Game between the Detroit Lions and San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, California is expected to have minimal weather impact. The Ravens and Chiefs are vying for a spot in the Super Bowl, as are the 49ers and Lions, with the former seeking their first appearance since 2019 and the latter aiming for their first ever.
WTI oil rose above $72 as tensions in the Middle East escalated due to a Houthi attack on a U.S.-owned vessel, while natural gas prices retreated on bearish weather forecasts. Brent oil also moved above $78 amid concerns about potential disruptions in Middle East oil supply, with technical analysis indicating key resistance levels for each commodity.