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Storm system overview
The FOX Forecast Center is keeping a close eye on a significant storm system that is poised to impact various regions across the United States. This storm is expected to bring feet of snow to parts of the Southwest and Plains, while also unleashing severe weather in the Southeast and Gulf Coast regions, which recently experienced a historic blizzard.
As this system moves eastward from California, it will undergo a transformation, becoming a closed upper-level low-pressure system.
Weather impacts across regions
As the storm detaches from the northern jet stream, it will slow down, allowing it to linger over the Four Corners region and into the Plains by midweek.
Although the cold air will be somewhat limited, enough arctic air will wrap around the system to potentially trigger snowstorms in Arizona, New Mexico, and parts of the Plains. The FOX Forecast Center has indicated that depending on the storm’s progression, some areas could see significant snowfall, with accumulations reaching feet in certain locations.
Severe weather potential
In conjunction with the snow, the storm will also bring warm air ahead of it, leading to the possibility of severe weather. Moisture from the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico will fuel heavy rainfall across Texas and Oklahoma, extending into Gulf Coast areas that recently faced winter weather.
As we approach the middle of the week, the return of warm and humid air raises concerns about severe weather outbreaks. While it is still early to predict specific impacts, forecasters believe this storm could be widespread and impactful as it develops.
Looking ahead
This storm may signal a significant shift in the weather pattern, with additional storm systems likely to follow a similar trajectory as we transition into February. As the weather evolves, it is crucial for residents in the affected areas to stay informed and prepared for potential disruptions.
The FOX Forecast Center will continue to monitor the situation closely, providing updates as the storm develops throughout the week.
