As the holiday season has already begun and Christmas Day is approaching, many people in America are wondering whether or not there will be snow on Christmas. Weather.us has recently revealed an interactive map that shows that around 30 states will experience varying amounts of snow during Christmas. While some regions in the United States of America are all set to enjoy snowfall, there are certain states that have the threat of a disruptive snow storm which could affect their travel plans. So, let’s discuss in this article, which states in America are expected to see a white Christmas along with a massive snow storm.
Snow Storm to Impact 30 States During Christmas
Recently, a map has been revealed that shows that approximately 30 states in the US will be experiencing different amounts of snowfall or even a snowstorm in the days leading up to Christmas. In addition, the forecast allows people to see exactly how much snow is predicted across the country each day. These states are:-
Montana
The American state of Montana is located in the western United States’ Mountain West subregion. As revealed by the above-mentioned interactive map, this state will be experiencing snowfall. It is said that on Christmas Day, the state will experience about 1 to 4 inches of snow. Also, a massive winter storm is approaching the United States which could disrupt the travel plans in this state.
Maine
The next US state that will receive a heavy amount of snowfall during the Christmas time is Maine. The state is located in the New England region of the United States and is the 9th-least populous state. In addition, a winter storm is approaching Maine because it is situated in the New England region, which could hamper travel plans. This is because snow and rain storms are stretching from the Pacific Northwest to New England later this week.
North Dakota
The American state of North Dakota is situated in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. According to the interactive map mentioned above, the state will be receiving snowfall on Christmas Day. Also, the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center has warned that a storm system crossing the northern plains into the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes region is likely to bring 3 to 6 inches of snow this week.
New York
The US state of New York is situated in the northeastern part of the United States. As per the interactive map mentioned above, the state is likely to see snowfall on Christmas Day. Also, a massive storm system is approaching major areas of the United States due to which New York might experience high-speed and gusty winds this week. The temperature in the state is also expected to fall 15 to 20 degrees below normal.
New Hampshire
The next American state that is likely to receive heavy snowfall during the Christmas week is New Hampshire. The state is situated in the New England region of the United States due to which it is also likely to experience a winter storm. The National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center has said that the temperature in the region is expected to fall 15 to 20 degrees below normal, but the frigid weather is not expected to last after this weekend.
Vermont
One of the 30 American states that is likely to receive a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas week is Vermont. The state is situated in the New England region of the northeastern United States due to which it is also likely to experience a winter storm. According to NWS’ Weather Prediction Center, the state might suffer from strong and gusty winds which could hamper visibility. Also, the travel plans of the people might get disrupted.
Minnesota
The National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center has recently warned that a storm system is moving across the Upper Midwest, Northern Plains, and Great Lakes region. From Wednesday to Saturday, the states in these regions might see 3 to 6 inches of snow. Therefore, Minnesota is located in the Upper Midwest region, due to which it is likely to experience heavy snow or even a snowstorm.
Massachusetts
Another state that is predicted to experience a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas week is Massachusetts. The US state is located in the New England region of the northeastern United States and according to NWS’ Weather Prediction Center, the state has been warned about a major storm system. It is reported that a storm is moving across the Northern Plains, Great Lakes, and Upper Midwest regions. Due to this, states in these regions will see heavy snowfall and strong winds, along with temperatures falling 15-20 degrees below normal.
Rhode Island
According to the above-mentioned map, the American state of Rhode Island is expected to see a significant amount of snowfall during Christmas Week. Also, the state is likely to experience a massive snow storm because NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has warned that a storm system is moving across the Great Lakes, Upper Midwest, and Northern Plains regions which will reach the New England region later this week. It is reported that these regions will see gusty winds during the storm that could hamper the visibility and travel plans of the people.
Connecticut
According to an interactive map, Connecticut is one of the 30 American states that will be receiving a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas week. Also, it has been reported by NWS’ Weather Prediction Center that a winter storm is approaching major regions of the United States which could disrupt the travel plans of people. It is said that when the storm reaches the New England region later this week, temperatures in the states of this region will fall 15-20 degrees below normal. Also, the frigid weather will not last past this weekend.
Michigan
The American state of Michigan is located in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. As per a map revealed recently, the state is likely to receive heavy snowfall during the Christmas week. Also, a storm system is moving across the Upper Midwest region which will bring 3 to 6 inches of snow from Wednesday to Saturday. The state will also see gusty winds along with slippery conditions which could disrupt the travel plans.
South Dakota
The American state of South Dakota is located in the North Central region of the United States. According to the above-mentioned map, the state is likely to receive light and more localized snowfall during the Christmas week. However, the storm system which is moving across the Northern Plains, Upper Midwest, and the Great Lakes regions, could bring gusty winds and slippery conditions in the state. Also, the temperature in the state might fall 15-20 degrees below normal.
Iowa
Because the American state of Iowa is situated in the Upper Midwest region of the United States, it is likely to receive snowfall during the Christmas week. Also, the state might be hit by a massive snowstorm because the NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has warned that a storm system is moving across the Northern Plains, Upper Midwest, and the Great Lakes regions. Also, they have warned that a clipper system will bring moderate to heavy snow and gusty winds in these regions.
Illinois
The US state of Illinois is located in the midwestern region of the United States and according to the above-mentioned map, the state is likely to receive snowfall on Christmas Day. In addition, the state might also see gusty winds, heavy rain, and slippery conditions because a storm system is moving across the Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northern Plains regions. However, it has been reported that the conditions in this state will not be as intense as compared to other states.
Indiana
Indiana is one of the 30 states that will be receiving snowfall during the Christmas week. However, according to the interactive map, the state will be receiving light or more localized snowfall. Also, the state is situated in the midwestern region of the United States due to which it might see a wet and rainy Christmas Eve. This is because a storm system is likely to impact major areas of the United States.
Oregon
The US state of Oregon is situated in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States and is a part of the Western United States. During the Christmas week, the state is likely to receive heavy snowfall, especially in its mountainous regions. Also, Oregon will see rain and slippery conditions because a storm system will be stretching from the Pacific Northwest to the New England region later this week. This is expected to hamper the Christmas plans of early travelers.
Washington
Another US state that will be receiving heavy snowfall during the Christmas time is Washington. According to an interactive map, the state which is located in the Pacific Northwest region is expected to see a fall in its temperature of about 15 to 20 degrees. Also, due to the predicted storm system, Washington will see heavy rain, heavy mountain snow, and wind early next week and on Christmas Day.
Colorado
Colorado is situated in the Western part of the United States and this Christmas, the state will be receiving a heavy amount of snow. Also, it is said that the West Coast will face atmospheric rivers which will bring heavy rain and snow to the state. Due to this, the Christmas plans of the travelers might get disrupted.
Utah
The US state of Utah is located in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. Just like Colorado, Oregon, and Washington, this state is likely to receive heavy snowfall during the Christmas week. Also, winter storm warnings are already in effect in the state because it has been predicted that the West Coast will face atmospheric rivers. Due to the storm system, there will be heavy rain and wind in the state.
Wyoming
According to an interactive map revealed recently, the US state of Wyoming is likely to receive heavy snowfall during the Christmas week. Because it is located in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States, the state is likely to be hit by a winter storm. This will bring heavy rain, snow, and wind early next week and on Christmas Day.
California
California is situated in the Western part of the United States and is likely to experience a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas week. The National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center has warned that a storm system is moving across the Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and North Plains regions. Due to this, California will be experiencing heavy rain, heavy mountain snow, and wind early next week and on Christmas Day. The stormy weather is predicted to last until after Christmas Day, causing travel problems in the Western parts.
Nevada
Nevada is one of the 30 American states that will be receiving snowfall during the Christmas week. Because it is located in the Western part of the United States, the state will receive heavy snowfall, mainly in its mountainous regions. Also, NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has issued warnings that a winter storm might strike the state, leading to high-speed winds and heavy rain during the Christmas time.
New Mexico
The American state of New Mexico is one of the Mountain States of the Southern Rocky Mountains. It is situated in the Southwestern region of the United States. According to the above-mentioned map, the state will be receiving snowfall which will range from moderate to light. Also, winter storm warnings are in effect for the state.
Idaho
The state of Idaho is situated in the Mountain West and Pacific Northwest subregions of the Western United States. During the Christmas week, the state is expected to receive heavy snowfall. Also, the NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has warned that a big stretch of snow and rain storms is expected to hit areas from the Pacific Northwest to New England later this week. Therefore, this might make the travel conditions difficult for people.
Pennsylvania
The American state of Pennsylvania spans across the Northeastern, Great Lakes, Mid-Atlantic, and Appalachian regions of the United States. According to an interactive map, the state is expected to receive a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas week. In addition to this, the NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has issued warnings with regard to a winter storm that might bring gusty winds and slippery conditions in the state.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin or America’s Dairyland is situated in the Great Lakes region of the Upper Midwest of the United States. The state is expected to receive a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas week. Also, the NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has warned that a storm system is moving across the Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northern Plains regions. Because of this, there will be strong and gusty winds which could hamper visibility.
Arizona
Arizona is one of the 30 American states that will be receiving a significant amount of snowfall during the Christmas time. Also, the state is expected to see slippery conditions, strong winds, and heavy rain because a storm system is moving across the Upper Midwest, Northern Plains, and Great Lakes regions of the United States. Due to this, the state might receive 3 to 6 inches of snow.
Ohio
The US state of Ohio is also expected to see moderate to heavy amounts of snowfall during the Christmas week. NWS’ Weather Prediction Center has also revealed that this midwestern state might also see gusty winds, and heavy rains because a massive storm is approaching the United States. Also, the temperature in the state is expected to fall 15-20 degrees below normal.
Maryland
Maryland is an American state which is located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. As revealed by the above-mentioned map, the state is likely to receive snowfall during the days leading up to Christmas and on Christmas Day. Also, the state will be impacted by the storm system which is moving across the Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northern Plain regions.
Alaska
The US state of Alaska is located on the northwest extremity of North America and is part of the Western United States region. The state is likely to receive heavy snowfall during the Christmas week, as revealed by the above-mentioned map. Also, it is said that the West Coast will face atmospheric rivers due to which the state will see heavy rains, gusty winds, and slippery conditions. All of this might disrupt the Christmas plans of the travelers.
Tom Kines, an AccuWeather meteorologist, has said that there’s still uncertainty about how powerful the snowstorm will be this weekend. According to him, no matter how the storm moves, whether it hugs the coast or becomes organized, it will surely bring colder air into the Northeast, Midwest, and Great Lakes regions.
Brandon Buckingham, another AccuWeather meteorologist, has said that the weather in the Northeast this week will be very unpredictable. People will see wintery weather, rain, and a brief warmup, followed by a strong storm which will hit later this week. Over the weekend, the storm could bring heavy snow and very cold temperatures.
Christmas is just a few days away and falls on Wednesday this year, which means a large number of American people could head out early. However, the expected snow storm might disrupt their travel plans.
