{"id":7285,"date":"2014-11-30T01:04:05","date_gmt":"2014-11-30T06:04:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ezweather.com\/myblog\/?p=7285"},"modified":"2014-11-30T01:04:05","modified_gmt":"2014-11-30T06:04:05","slug":"winter-weather-outlooks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ezweather.com\/myblog\/2014\/11\/30\/winter-weather-outlooks\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Weather Outlooks"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hi Everyone,<\/span><\/p>\n

The consensus is building for a colder and snowier for a good portion of the US. <\/span><\/p>\n

My thought is that this winter, especially for the Eastern US will feature temperatures below average and above average snowfall. \u00a0This year, we can expect a weak El Nino, which will help the subtropical jet stream to be much more active, meaning bigger storms. \u00a0Certain indicators such as the Arctic Oscillation will likely be negative, meaning the polar vortex can get displaced and allow arctic air to enter the US. \u00a0Another key item is blocking. \u00a0If the North Atlantic Oscillation is negative this winter and odds are it will be, that will play a role to slow down these storms that form along the East Coast. \u00a0This will mean the threat of bigger winter storms likely. \u00a0For instance, Philadelphia may see twice the average snowfall (20 inches). \u00a0Monthly temperatures may average -1 to -3 degrees. \u00a0For the Western US, place like California, should get some above average precipitation. \u00a0Still, a major and severe drought remain for these locations. \u00a0So, hopefully, tey get the much needed rainfall. Unfortunately, too much precipitation occurs and you get major flooding. \u00a0Check out below some of the winter weather outlooks. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Here are a few Winter Weather Outlooks for everyone to check out…<\/span><\/p>\n

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Climate Prediction Center <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n