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Frigid US Cold Snap to Peak Friday, More Snow Possible This Weekend

A severe cold spell is expected to continue gripping large parts of the United States throughout the week, with conditions potentially peaking on Friday. Weather models indicate another round of snowfall could arrive over the weekend, with the storm's track still uncertain near the Washington DC area. The region has already experienced dangerously low temperatures, with DC hitting around 10°F and surrounding areas dropping below zero. A major late-January storm left up to 20 inches of snow in the Northeast, causing widespread travel disruptions and power outages, with existing snow and ice likely to persist due to freezing temperatures.

Key Points: US Cold Spell to Persist, New Snow Forecast for Weekend

  • Cold to persist through week
  • Potential storm this weekend
  • DC temps plunged to 10°F
  • Up to 20 inches of snow in Northeast
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Frigid conditions to persist in US following week: Report

Bitter cold grips US with temps near zero. Frigid conditions to last all week, peaking Friday. New storm may bring snow to East Coast by weekend.

"The snow and ice may stick around - NASA"

Washington DC, January 29

Bitter cold continued to grip large parts of the United States, with frigid conditions expected to persist through the coming week. On Wednesday morning, Washington DC witnessed a snow-covered White House as temperatures plunged sharply across the region.

The cold spell is forecast to continue throughout the week, with conditions potentially peaking on Friday. Weather models also suggest that another round of snowfall could arrive over the weekend. For several days, forecasts have consistently indicated the possibility of a storm developing along the Southeast or Mid-Atlantic coastline, with the potential to become significant.

At present, projections indicate that the storm system is more likely to track south and east of the Washington DC metropolitan area. The Eastern Shore is expected to have a higher likelihood of being impacted.

However, even minor adjustments in the broader atmospheric pattern could change the storm's path and bring snow closer to the capital region.

Temperatures dropped sharply early Wednesday, with Washington DC recording a low of around 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Many surrounding areas experienced even colder conditions, with readings falling into the single digits and, in some locations, dipping below zero.

A potent winter storm left a wide band of snow stretching from the US Southwest to New England in late January 2026. The heavy snow, along with bitterly cold temperatures, sleet, and ice, created treacherous travel conditions, toppled power lines, and caused widespread school closures, NASA reported, citing news reports.

On the afternoon of January 26, the VIIRS (Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite) on the Suomi NPP satellite observed new snow covering a large swath of the country. Preliminary National Weather Service data indicate snow accumulations of up to 12 inches (30 centimetres) in parts of Oklahoma between the mornings of January 23 and January 26, with higher accumulation across the Midwest and in New England. Totals of around 20 inches were reported in several Northeast states, as per NASA.

Some locations were digging out from record daily accumulations, including 5.1 inches in St Louis, Missouri, on January 24, and 11.2 inches in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on January 25. Several inches of snow and sleet also fell in parts of North Texas, a rare occurrence for the area. With temperatures remaining below freezing in many places, the snow and ice may stick around, as per NASA.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who lived in Chicago for a few years, I can confirm these winters are brutal. The infrastructure there is built for it, but power outages and travel disruptions are still a major headache. Stay indoors if you can, folks!
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Priya S
It's fascinating to see NASA satellite imagery being used for weather reporting like this. The scale of the snow cover from the article is immense. Meanwhile, we're complaining about a slight dip to 15°C in Delhi! Puts things in perspective. ❄️
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Rohit P
My cousin is in Pennsylvania for his MS. He sent videos yesterday of them digging out their car. He said it's an experience, but also scary when essential services get hit. Hope the authorities are prepared for the next predicted round this weekend.
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Michael C
While the reporting on the current conditions is detailed, I wish there was more analysis linking this to broader climate patterns. Are these extreme winter events becoming more frequent? That's the crucial question for everyone, globally.
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Kavya N
Snow in North Texas is mentioned as rare. It reminds me of when it snowed in Srinagar last year and everyone was so excited, but then the chaos followed with blocked roads. Extreme weather, whether cold or heat, is a challenge for any administration.

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