Mid-Atlantic Storm Compared to December 19th
UPDATE: The storm is certainly impressive already on radar:
I wanted to compare the accumulation map from the big December storm in the mid-Atlantic vs. our newest snow prediction map for Friday & Saturday vs. Ironically, tomorrow is National Weatherperson's Day. I wish all of you the best of luck whether you want the snow or not.
MAP UPDATED 2/5 (SEE OLD) THIS MAP WILL NOT UPDATE; SEE ACCUWEATHER.COM FOR THE LATEST
As you can see, the biggest difference with this storm is that it will produce significant snow through the Ohio Valley. Outside of that, the highest snowfall amounts will fall in very similar areas across northern Virignia and Maryland, but wont extend as far to the southwest (though ice will be a problem in the southern Appalachians). Although our highest prediction is 18 inches, the NWS is predicting as much as 2 feet, and I suspect if we end up being incorrect, it will be on the low end. We're also not showing higher amounts in the Laurel Highlands of southwest PA, which normally occurs there because of upsloping and colder temperatures. If this forecast is correct, the I-95 corridor from New York City to Boston will not get nearly as much snow as last time, and Washington D.C. and Baltimore will be much closer to the edge (though they could still get a foot).
As always, we want to see your pictures and reports this weekend from the moment when the snow begins to when it ends. Upload your photos to our Photo Gallery and Facebook, and give us your snow measurements on Facebook and Twitter. If you'd like to participate in a fast-paced, more technical discussion about the storm, check out our Forums where thousands of people are talking about this storm.
If you haven't read these related blog entries I wrote this week yet, you may wish to:
- Why Are All Snowstorms on Weekends?- NE Snow Drought, Snow Surplus: Who`s Got It!
Timing will be key with this storm as people wrap up their week and consider going out Friday night. This storm will be no joke and you don't want to be caught outside (no matter how you travel) in the heavy snow area. Here is an article and video about the timing in major cities.
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