The holiday season is finally here, with some regions across the U.S. impacted by a powerful lake-effect snowstorm, and an arctic blast will unleash bitter temperatures today.
Check out the national look through for Thanksgiving Day and what to expect weather-wise across the country.
While portions of the Northeast experience clearer skies, with little to no scattered showers, the nasty weather conditions continue in the Northern Tier.
Blizzard Warnings are in place across portions of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, coastal Minnesota and Wisconsin counties, bringing Lake-Effect Snow Warnings to areas close to Lake Erie.
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Parts of Ohio, Pennsylvania and western New York could also potentially receive over a foot of snow downwind of Lakes Erie and Ontario.
According to the FOX Weather Center, travel headaches could ensue as a result of the storm.
Some portions of the Northeast will be dryer, including Boston, Philadelphia and New York City.
Locations such as Chicago, Milwaukee, and Detroit could experience 40–50 mph winds, with Chicago, potentially reaching 60 mph likely causing delays at airports for holiday travelers.
Those attending the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade have clear skies and a slight breeze, perfect for visitors to the Big Apple.
Over 100 million Americans will experience temperatures below 32 degrees throughout the holiday week.
This means people in the region should bundle up and dress warm for any post-dinner walks after stuffing their faces for the holiday.