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The timing and intensity of these snow events hinge on the interaction between the cold air and moisture availability. Early indications suggest that New England, the higher elevations of the Rockies, and parts of the Midwest could see major snowfall, with some models hinting at snow surpassing a foot in specific zones.
Transition to Warmer and Colder Phases
Following this Arctic intrusion, the pattern may shift again. The forecast indicates that the cold air will be followed by a brief warm-up courtesy of a zonal flow, before the cold air pushes southward once more towards the western U.S. toward the end of November. This cycle of cold and warm phases is expected to continue, altering where snow and freeze conditions will dominate.