A storm system may begin developing in the Midwest on Sunday, strengthening daily. As it approaches the East Coast Tuesday, a secondary system could develop along the coast, which could add to the disturbing weather conditions in places like New York.
“It is too early to sort out the detailed effects of the low pressure that may move in near the East Coast next Tuesday, but heavy rain/snow and gusty winds are possible,” the WPC says. .
“While we still have about a week to go and forecasts can change, it looks like a whirlwind of planes, trains and cars,” says CNN meteorologist Chad Myers.
Below are the worst possible travel disruptions based on computer forecasting models.
These CNN weather forecast products take into account rain, wind, snow, ice and fog and their impact on travel.
The only good news: computer forecasting models aren’t always accurate. Especially the week before.
On Tuesday afternoon, forecast models will be run again. Departures on Tuesday evening, Wednesday or Thursday may differ from this morning.
It is the consistency and trends from model to model that meteorologists will be watching closely. This is something that will boost your confidence in the potential storm next week.
“Even if the storm ends Wednesday, airlines could still face major cancellations from misplacing planes and crew members,” Myers says. “This storm is having a very bad time.”
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