2024 Spring Weather Forecast in the United States.
March often begins with strong weather but ends more gently, and this year is no exception in the United States. Meteorological spring is starting, and experts predict a stormy start from late February to early March, particularly in the East. However, this won’t be the case everywhere in the country.
US meteorologists, are keeping an eye on Punxsutawney Phil, who will decide on February 2 if spring will come early or if there will be six more weeks of winter. Some states in the southern United States may experience a delayed arrival of spring, while the Northern tier might see winter end sooner.
Meteorological spring officially begins on March 1, while astronomical spring starts on March 19 at 11:06 p.m. EDT.
Here’s a breakdown spring forecast for 2024:
1. Snow in the East: After a long period without significant snow, the East Coast may experience snowstorms until the first half of March. Ski resorts could benefit, but temperatures may rise in the second half of March.
2. Rain in April: Despite warmer temperatures, April may bring heavy rainfall, possibly causing flooding in the Southeast, including areas like Charlotte, Raleigh, Orlando, Tallahassee, Atlanta, and Richmond.
3. Tornadoes in Tornado Alley: Severe weather is expected across the Gulf Coast in March, expanding to Tornado Alley through April and May. Damaging winds and hail are likely, with the peak of tornadoes in May.
4. Early Planting Season: The Midwest and northern Plains may experience an early arrival of spring warmth, offering a good planting season for farmers and gardeners.
5. Changes on the West Coast: El Niño, which influenced the West Coast’s winter weather, is expected to weaken. Spring will likely be warmer than average, with some wet conditions in the Northwest.
6. Snowmelt and Reservoirs: Widespread warmth will lead to snowmelt in the Rockies, Cascades, and Sierra Nevada. While this will fill water reservoirs, extreme flooding is not anticipated.
Overall, spring is expected to be warmer than usual in the West, with the exception of the Four Corners. The snowmelt will help replenish crucial water reservoirs in the West during the dry summer months.
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