Tired of Bitter Cold and Wind? Just Tolerate a Few More Days, Then a Warmup Comes

Short-Term Forecast

For those looking for a break from the bitter cold, there’s light at the end of the tunnel. By the weekend, temperatures will finally get close to normal for this time of year.

Thursday’s Conditions

Heading out the door Thursday morning, winds will be down a notch from Wednesday, so in lieu of the single digits, most of us will be met with feels-like temps in the low teens. However, the cold stays put, and the bottom line remains the same: it is going to be bitterly cold. Make sure to be properly bundled up before heading outside, and do not leave bare skin exposed.

Afternoon and Evening Hours

We spend most of the day cold, dry, and cloudy. By the afternoon and evening hours, some light snow showers are possible. This will not lead to significant accumulations, just a light dusting, but timing will coincide with the evening commute. Don’t be surprised if you encounter flakes on the drive home. And with temps well below freezing, everything that falls will stick, so watch for slippery spots on untreated roads.

Friday’s Forecast

The snow showers are gone by Friday, but the blustery winds are back. Not quite to the advisory level we saw on Monday, but gusts 25-35mph will be common across the region. This will make temperatures, which will finally reach above freezing, feel more like the teens and 20s all day.

Warmup Ahead

Tired of the cold? Good news: temperatures really start to moderate as we head into the weekend. Highs climb back into the 40s, and even our low temperatures manage to get above freezing by the start of next week. And if that still doesn’t sound warm enough, just give it time: Spring is only a month away.

Conclusion

While the next few days will be chilly, there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Temperatures will finally start to rise, and the warmth of spring is just around the corner. Hang in there, and don’t forget to stay warm and cozy until then!

FAQs

* Will it snow again? Light snow showers are possible in the afternoon and evening hours on Thursday, but accumulation is expected to be light.
* How cold will it be? Temps will stay below freezing, with feels-like temps in the low teens on Thursday.
* Will the winds die down? No, the blustery winds will return on Friday, with gusts reaching 25-35mph.
* When will it start to get warmer? Temperatures will start to moderate by the weekend, with highs in the 40s and lows above freezing by the start of next week.