Power storm system that coated the area with snowfall over the past few days is slowly moving eastward, but holding it's grip across the Midwest. Clouds with a few flurries will hang around for the overnight Thursday. Chilly temperatures under mostly cloudy skies stay with us for Friday.
Meteorological Winter Ends Thursday
For record keeping purposes, Thursday marks the end of winter. The months of December, January and February are known as the "winter" months in the meteorological record books. The actual astrological start to Spring isn't until March 20th.
The 2012-2013 winter has been mild until recently. Since Dec.1st, 52 days have been above normal. The warmest stretch came from early December where we started off the month in the 60's and 70's. After minimal snow for much of the winter, we picked up 8 of our 11 inches of snow fall in just the last week. Normal snowfall for the winter is around 24"
Temps Stay Chilly
Pattern over the next 8-14 days keeps us colder than average to start the month of March. Many models have indicated a blocking pattern over the time period that will develop over the North Atlantic, and looks to stay intact through at least the next couple of weeks. Temperatures are expected to range from 5-10° below the average high which is now at 43°, and jumps to 50° by March 15th.
Another Snow Chance?
If you are a snow lover, then the last week has been right up your alley. Pattern looks to remain active as we head into next week. Several models indicate 2 systems merging just south of central Illinois by Tuesday morning, leaving us in the cold sector and the possibility of accumulating snow. While not all models are on board for snowfall here, the consensus has been at least a chance for some accumulation by Tuesday. We'll keep you posted as we get closer.
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