12-20-2023 1:23am

"Post-Christmas storm timing for the Northeast remains on track in the latest update."

Samantha Hespos Editor

"A potent storm, causing havoc in the Northeast with flooding and power outages, will be succeeded by an extended dry spell. However, the region is poised for another system shortly after Christmas Day."

"The current forecast models indicate that the system is expected to move in from the Midwest on Tuesday, Dec. 26, potentially impacting post-Christmas travel."

The system is anticipated to persist into Wednesday, Dec. 27, and there's a possibility it could extend through Thursday, Dec. 28, based on current projections.

Anticipated daytime high temperatures in the 40s suggest that the majority of precipitation during that period is likely to be in the form of rainfall.

Expect sunny skies on Wednesday, Dec. 20, with a high temperature in the low 40s. However, factor in wind-chill values in the 20s, which may contribute to cooler perceived temperatures.

Thursday, Dec. 21, and Friday, Dec. 22, are forecasted to maintain sunny and cold conditions, featuring high temperatures in the mid to upper 30s on both days.

Expect partly sunny conditions on Saturday, Dec. 23, with a high temperature reaching around 40 degrees.

Leading up to the approaching storm, anticipate mostly sunny conditions on both Christmas Eve, Sunday, Dec. 24, and Christmas Day, Monday, Dec. 25, with high temperatures reaching the mid-40s.

The post-Christmas storm brings uncertainty regarding both its timing and strength.