What is the weather forecast for the northeastern US?
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The northeastern US faces colder air, strong winds, and snow showers, especially in higher elevations. Wind gusts may exceed 40-60 MPH, with power outages likely in central New York, western Massachusetts, and areas near Lake Erie. Most lower elevations will see rain, while higher regions could get 1-3 inches of snow. A major cold spell and more snow are expected early next week, bringing December-like conditions.
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Cold front pushes east with powerful winds, rain and some snow
- Thunderstorms and lightning are reported in parts of Pennsylvania, with some storm activity east of Pittsburgh. 13s
- Snow is falling at the highest elevations, with more areas expected to see snow as temperatures drop. 25s
- A cold front is moving east, bringing colder air and shifting winds, with gusts over 40 MPH in some locations. 38s
- Wind gusts overnight may reach 50-60 MPH in some areas, increasing the risk of power outages in central New York, western Massachusetts, and downwind of Lake Erie. 1m 30s
- A new front is expected to move in from the north and west, with the most significant cold spell anticipated after Sunday. 1m 54s
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Central New York State, western Massachusetts, the Catskills, Berkshires, eastern Long Island, the Alleghenies, and areas downwind of Lake Erie are likely to experience more numerous and problematic power outages due to high winds.
Most lower elevations will see rain, while higher elevations in the Northeast could receive 1-3 inches of snow, with Mount Washington forecasted for 5.2 inches and northern New Hampshire and central Maine possibly seeing up to 3-4 inches.
Early next week will feature December-like weather, with a stripe of snow moving from the Northern Plains to the Northeast by Monday, transitioning from rain to snow or all snow in some areas, especially Sunday into Sunday night for the interior Northeast.