Big Changes Ahead

We are tracking a potent storm system headed this way for Tuesday and Wednesday. You can find all the details about this storm in my forecast discussion by clicking the "7 Day Outlook" link at the top of the page.



This storm will be approaching our area from the southwest. Afterwards, we will experience a major shift in our weather pattern where the jet stream will become highly amplified. There will be a bulge, or "ridge" developing along the west coast. Conversely, a pronounced dip, or "trough", will develop in the east coast.



In this type of scenario, the majority of our storms will move in from the northwest out of Canada...called "clippers". These type of storms will keep things cold for the middle of the month. They will also bring quick chances for wintry weather.



In other words, the mild and wet weather we experienced in December will be loooong gone. It will be interesting how long we will be stuck in this cold weather pattern. A mild La Nina developed during late December and could strengthen through this month. If this is the case, then it could be a dry and mild finish to this winter!

Temperatures Continue to Rise

Temperatures are now in the upper 30s for most of the area; however, Farmville and Emporia remain in the mid 30s at this hour. Black ice can still linger in shaded areas, so be sure to be careful for at least the next hour. Temperatures should reach the low 40s by 10 AM, so the threat for black ice will quickly diminish.

Patches Of Black Ice Still Possible

Light fog and dew still persists across the area. Luckily temperatures are rising thanks to the sunshine. However, it is still cold enough for black ice to develop on bridges and overpasses, or areas shaded from the sunlight. Conditions will rapidly improve in the next couple hours as temperatures continue to rise into the upper 30s.