The First Weekend Of Winter To Be Cold And Dry, Rain Ahead For Christmas
Saturday Morning Update
A cold day to start off the first day of Winter with temperatures starting out in the mid to upper 20s and windchills in the upper teens and lower 20s. A cold front moved through bringing the cold in just in time for Winter and with high pressure in control, we’ll remain dry but cold all weekend long. Winds will be much less over the next couple of days as compared to yesterday. Clouds will start to filter in by late Monday and rain chances will start to climb into Christmas.
December the 21st marks the first day of Winter in what we call the Winter Solstice. This is the point at which we have the shortest day and the sun’s rays are focused more in the southern hemisphere.
The Weekend:
Saturday and Sunday will be very similar. There is no real chance of rain this weekend, and the temperatures will be chilly during the day and very cold overnight. Highs look to be in the low to mid-40s with lows dropping down to the mid-20s. All of this is thanks to the front that came through on Friday.
Sunday night will be slightly warmer, as we see a warming trend going into the start of the week.
Monday:
Monday will be mostly sunny with warmer temperatures. Highs will climb into the upper-50s in most places. It’s not likely we see 60 on Monday, but if the southerly breeze brings enough warm air, it is certainly possible. Monday’s overnight low will be in the mid-40s as a warm front begins to lift into the region.
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
It is looking like we will be having a wet Christmas here in West Tennessee. Temperatures will make it into the upper 50s. Rain will be likely off and on both days, though, at least for now, the rain appears to be light. Overnight lows will be in the 40s again.
The weather may be dreary, but it shouldn’t stop any holiday plans, though do take the umbrella for any VERY last minute shopping.
Final Thoughts:
It appears that models are hinting at possible severe weather across the Mississippi River the day after Christmas. We will keep a sharp eye on future model trends to keep you all weather aware. We will keep you updated here and on air as that day approaches.
Brian Davis
Storm Team 7 Meteorologist
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