Overview
- Widespread Wind Advisories and High Wind Warnings stretch from the Great Lakes to New England and the Mid-Atlantic, with peak gusts broadly in the 40–65+ mph range.
- After a mild morning, temperatures fall sharply through the afternoon as rain changes to brief snow in many areas and lake-effect bands develop behind the front.
- Winter Weather Advisories flag localized higher totals in snow belts, with up to about five inches possible in persistent bands off Lake Erie.
- Officials highlight risks of downed branches, isolated power outages and hazardous driving, especially for high-profile vehicles and on exposed bridges.
- Cold, gusty weather endures into Tuesday with wind chills in the teens or single digits, and light snow remains possible around New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.