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Midweek U.S. Warm-Up Sets the Stage for Late-Week Storm With Rain, Strong Winds and a Rapid Cooldown

Forecasters warn of a flash-freeze risk as a powerful cold front sweeps through late week.

SNOHOMISH, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 14: In an aerial view, a person stands atop of property engulfed by floodwater on December 14, 2025 in Snohomish, Washington. Atmospheric rivers are expected to continue in the coming days as northern Washington continues reeling from historic flooding late last week. Mass flooding along the Pacific Northwest caused historic flooding, tens of thousands of evacuations, and dozens of Coast Guard rescues. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
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SEATTLE, WA - FEBRUARY 13: A jogger makes their way across a snowy street on February 13, 2021 in Seattle, Washington. A large winter storm dropped heavy snow across the region. (Photo by David Ryder/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Temperatures are rebounding nationwide with pockets flirting with record highs by Friday into the weekend, including parts of the Southwest and New England.
  • From Thursday into Friday, a widespread storm will deliver soaking rain and gusty winds, with New England and Maine expecting 30–50 mph gusts, heavy rain and 7–10 ft offshore waves.
  • Behind the front, temperatures will tumble quickly, prompting rain-to-snow changes in some areas and a potential flash freeze, with Ohio and parts of the Midwest flagged for rapid drops from 50s to 20s within hours.
  • Mountain snow returns as the system passes, while the Denver area faces high winds and a Fire Weather Watch Wednesday with gusts up to 60 mph and humidity near 15 percent.
  • Coastal and marine hazards persist despite the warmth, including a high rip current risk and rough Atlantic seas off South Florida through Thursday before gradual improvement.