Even though the weather forecast for South Florida this week is about as good as it gets, storminess in the Northeast could cause some travel challenges through the holidays.
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\nSouth Florida weather looks stable throughout this week, with clear or mostly sunny skies, daytime temperatures in the high 70s and evening temperatures in the high 60s.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt will be windy through Tuesday,\u201d said National Weather Service meteorologist Chuck Caracozza. \u201cAfter that it\u2019ll be dry through the rest of the week \u2014 not too much in the way of travel concerns.\u201d
\nChristmas Day will be mostly sunny, with a high near 79, with northeast wind up to 10 mph. The days following Christmas should remain mostly sunny through the weekend, with pleasant temperatures in the mid to high 60s at night and in the high 70s in the daytime.<\/p>\n
The Northeast, a common travel destination for people leaving South Florida, will be more tempestuous.
\nTuesday will bring snow across New York State, Pennsylvania and southern New England, with about 3 inches expected north of New York City and an inch or so to the south.
\nThings will clear up for Christmas Eve, with sunny skies and a high of 44. Temperatures will drop to 31 overnight and Christmas morning will be mostly cloudy, but with a fairly low chance of rain.
\nThe period between Christmas and New Year\u2019s should remain cool in the Northeast, and AccuWeather meteorologists say that a series of quick-hitting storms \u2014 some packing snow and ice \u2014 will traverse the region between Christmas and New Year\u2019s.
\nThe National Weather Service is calling for snow in the New York area from Friday through Saturday, then shifting to rain on Sunday. Forecasters said Friday afternoon and Friday evening would see the greatest likelihood of accumulation.<\/p>\n
Travelers make their way through Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. (Carline Jean\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
\nThe middle of the U.S. will be drastically different. An undulation in the jet stream will bring a bubble of warmth to the south-central part of the U.S. this week, stretching from Colorado and Texas to parts of the Appalachians and north to parts of the Midwest.
\nTemperatures should be 15 to 30 degrees above the historical average by Christmas Day. \u201cAt this level, the warmth will be comparable to late April or early May,\u201d said AccuWeather meteorologist Alyssa Glenny.
\nVehicles navigate holiday traffic at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale, Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. (Carline Jean\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
\nOklahoma City could see highs in the upper 70s, said Glenny. The warmth will shift to the east coast as the week progresses.
\nThough that sounds like good news for travel, AccuWeather warns that \u201clow clouds and fog from the Gulf Coast to the Appalachians and Atlantic Coast due to the warmth could reduce visibility, disrupt road travel and cause flight delays.\u201d<\/p>\n
Regardless of the weather, this year\u2019s holiday season will be busy. AAA has projected 8.03 million domestic air travelers, the first time on record that the number will exceed 8 million. That\u2019s a 2.3% increase compared to last year.
\nOrlando, Fort Lauderdale and Miami are the top domestic destinations for holiday travel this year, said AAA.
\nArlene Satchell, spokesperson for Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and North Perry Airport, advised that travelers \u201cstay in close contact with the airlines to see if the flights are delayed and to avoid coming out to the airport to be stranded, to sit and wait.\u201d
\nA flight information board shows arrivals and departures at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. (Carline Jean\/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
\nThe South Florida Sun Sentinel tried to contact spokespeople for Miami International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport, but hadn\u2019t received a response Monday afternoon.
\nSatchell said that Fort Lauderdale International\u2019s busiest 17 days of the year kicked off on Saturday, Dec. 20, and will run through Jan. 5. \u201cWe expect 2.1 million people to pass through,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, while South Florida is expecting pleasant weather, the Northeast is likely to experience stormy conditions, which could impact travel plans. It’s essential for travelers to stay informed about the weather and check with their airlines for any updates on flight delays or cancellations. With the busy holiday season ahead, it’s crucial to plan ahead and be prepared for any potential disruptions.<\/p>\n
Q: What is the weather forecast for South Florida during the holiday season?
\nA: South Florida is expected to have clear or mostly sunny skies, with daytime temperatures in the high 70s and evening temperatures in the high 60s.
\nQ: Will the Northeast experience any severe weather conditions during the holiday season?
\nA: Yes, the Northeast is expected to experience stormy conditions, including snow and ice, which could impact travel plans.
\nQ: How many domestic air travelers are expected during the holiday season?
\nA: AAA has projected 8.03 million domestic air travelers, the first time on record that the number will exceed 8 million.
\nQ: What are the top domestic destinations for holiday travel this year?
\nA: Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami are the top domestic destinations for holiday travel this year, according to AAA.
\nQ: What advice do airport officials have for travelers during the holiday season?
\nA: Airport officials advise travelers to stay in close contact with their airlines to check for any flight delays or cancellations and to plan ahead to avoid disruptions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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