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Yes, it will be cold, but also ... dry

Posted Nov29, 2007 at 11:32 PM

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Colder than normal weather appears likely over the next 6-10 days and possibly longer, according to the Climate Prediction Center. But right now, it also looks like it will likely remain dry. That's not good news as our driest November on record comes to an end on Friday with only .18 inch of rain in Roanoke, the 11th month of the last 12 that has been below normal in precipitation. We have returned to moderate drought, according to the latest Drought Monitor map.

If this forecast comes to fruition, it could be a repeat of our cold snaps last winter that were largely dry and produced some skin-cracking temperatures, but little snow. You can get a couple of inches of snow out of very little moisture, but as of right now, it looks like the best chance of a big snow in the upcoming cold wave will be in the Northeast. Our Monday-Tuesday period may end up windy with snow flurries, and heavier snow squalls in those favored upslope areas of West Virginia. As of now, there is no obvious winter storm system on the way during the upcoming cold spell, but we'll keep our eyes out for any disturbances with potential.

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