Record-breaking lows could mean a frigid holiday
The National Weather Service is predicting a wind chill factor of minus 13 degrees for Christmas Eve night and Christmas morning.
Myranda Fullerton, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, said a very strong arctic cold front will hit the Pacific Northwest, cross the plain states and enter the Ohio Valley on Christmas Eve.
“With that, you’re going to see rain on the 23rd quickly changing over to snow in the afternoon and evening,” Fullerton said.
The arctic air will then arrive, which could make the final trip home from work before the holiday a little dicey.
“During rush hour on the 23rd, there could be some icy conditions even though you’re not getting snow yet,” Fullerton said.
On the 24th and 25th, cold, blustery snow showers could put down 1.5 to 2 inches of snow, she said.
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