According to the models I have seen this morning, it looks like we will probably see little or no snow during next week's storm. In fact, precipitation amounts do not look that high at this time, as the heaviest precipitation will be situated to our south. Tuesday will probably end up being our best shot for rain, with widespread rain moving into the area. The heaviest rainfall amounts with this storm will be along and southeast of U.S. 24, with rainfall of 0.5 to an inch of rain. This system does not look to be that big around here, so don't expect anything major. But unlike the last storm, our temperatures during this storm will about 20 degrees cooler, allowing for the possibility of a mix of ice, snow, and rain at times Tuesday afternoon and evening. We were originally expected a possible snowstorm next week, but now this does not seem near as likely. One reason is because of the heavier precipitation shifting south of our area. Second, there will not be enough cold air involved with this system. This will keep much if any snow from forming. Third, the storm system will be weakening as it heads northeastward, which will not allow a band of heavier precipitation (or snow) to form. All of these factors, have made this storm not a snowstorm, but just a mediocre, rain and mix event. After this storm, a major cold blast does not appear likely. Right now, it looks like the cold air will gradually ease into the area, with cooler temperatures each day. By Christmas Day, we may be seeing some snow showers and temperatures in the lower 30's and upper 20's.
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