As Thanksgiving approaches, many people are gearing up for travel plans. However, the weather forecast may throw a curveball into those plans with cold and wet conditions expected.
Starting from Monday afternoon through early Wednesday morning, the weather is expected to be cold and dry. But, a new weather system is set to move across the region from Wednesday midday through late Wednesday night. Although there have been some uncertainties in the long-range charts, the forecast is leaning towards cold rain with a slight chance of wet snow as the rain tapers off Wednesday night.
By Wednesday afternoon, scattered cold rain showers will cover a large part of the region and continue into the night. As temperatures drop, there is a possibility of wet snow mixing with the rain north of I-70 after sunset on Wednesday. This could mainly impact areas north of I-70 in Illinois.
Despite the potential for wet snow, temperatures are expected to remain above freezing, so any snow accumulation is likely to be minimal. This means that for those traveling along I-70 in Illinois during the peak travel times on Wednesday afternoon and evening, roads should only be wet rather than icy.
Following this weather system, even colder air will move in, with Thanksgiving Day temperatures struggling to reach 40 degrees. Looking further ahead to the weekend, there are indications of a clipper system that could bring light snow or flurries across the region on Saturday.
So, as you prepare for your Thanksgiving travels, be sure to pack accordingly for the cold and wet weather conditions that may be ahead. Keep an eye on the forecast for any updates and stay safe on the roads if you’re traveling during this time.
