January has brought colder temperatures, but February is expected to start on a milder note with temperatures in the 50s. Despite the cold, this month is not expected to be a record-breaker in terms of cold weather. The month of February, however, may bring about a battle between colder air to the north and warmer air to the south, making temperature forecasting difficult for next week and potentially leading to wintry precipitation.
The GFS and EURO models are showing differences in temperature predictions for next week, with the GFS leaning towards the colder side. There is a possibility of some wintry precipitation next Wednesday, depending on how the lower level colder air interacts with the flow from the west to east. This situation could bring waves of precipitation over the colder air, potentially leading to sleet or freezing rain.
Overall, the month is expected to end slightly below average in terms of temperatures, with the weather becoming milder as we head into February. Residents should be prepared for potential wintry precipitation next week, with areas in the Plains becoming a battleground between cold and warm air masses.
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