The latest weather forecast warned of potential freezing rain and colder conditions in New England and Southern Maine this week. Homeowners should watch out for slower commutes due to the weather outlook in the region.

In East Texas, Tennessee Valley and East Texas, the forecast warned of heavy rainfall and flooding impacts in said areas. A widespread cold front is expected in the Western US with potential mountain snow on Thursday.

Meanwhile, Dense Fog Advisories are in effect from North Dakota to the Gulf Coast. Foggy conditions can also spread in portions of Long Island and New Mexico. Motorists should be extra careful in navigating the roads due to the challenging outlook.

NWS Weather Forecast: Freezing Rain in New England and Southern Maine

Colder conditions in Boston, Massachusetts
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Colder conditions in Boston, Massachusetts. The National Weather Service (NWS) warned of freezing rain in Southern Maine and New England, bringing a colder outlook and slower commutes. Meanwhile, rain showers can also unfold in the Northeast, Lower Great Lakes, Vermont, Southern Maine and News Hampshire. Rain will likely threaten low-lying areas. Homeowners should watch out for Flood Watch Advisories before planning any outdoor plans.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the forecast warned of freezing rain impacts in portions of Central New England and Southern Maine. Flooding concerns can also spread in portions of the Southeast and Southern Plains.

On the East Coast, residents can notice the unseasonably warm temperature in the region amidst the threat of winter conditions. The warming trend can ease the extreme cold in the US.

Meanwhile, rain showers can also unfold in the Northeast, Lower Great Lakes, Vermont, Southern Maine and News Hampshire. Rain will likely threaten low-lying areas. Homeowners should watch out for Flood Watch Advisories before planning any outdoor plans.

In Chicago, the latest advisory warned of areas of fog and dense conditions. The foggy and damp weather can cause slower commutes.

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Weather in the Southern US

In the Southern US, a threat of severe thunderstorms and flooding rainfall could emerge. People should also notice strong gusty winds due to the stormy conditions.

According to the latest forecast, severe thunderstorms can bring localized damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, hail and flooding risks. The challenging weather can become noticeable in the midweek.

The severe weather threat is likely in the following areas:

  • Austin
  • Houston
  • Corpus Christi
  • Jackson
  • Shreveport
  • New Orleans

On Thursday, people can anticipate the rounds of rain in the following areas:

  • Nashville
  • Little Rock
  • Jackson
  • New Orleans
  • Montgomery
  • Atlanta
  • Raleigh
  • Jacksonville

On the weekend, the rainfall will become widespread in the following areas:

  • Springfield
  • Dallas
  • Austin
  • Houston
  • Corpus Christi
  • Little Rock
  • Jackson
  • Montgomery
  • Nashville
  • Knoxville
  • Charleston
  • Virginia Beach
  • Raleigh

The rainy outlook will help ease the drought concerns in the Southern US. However, homeowners should keep updated with the weather to prevent flood risks, particularly in flood-prone areas.

Meanwhile, milder weather outlook can spread in portions of Billings, Denver, El Paso, Dallas and Houston.

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