Expect a high of 26 degrees that feels more like 19, with an overnight low of 17. Forecasters predict it will be mostly cloudy and chilly.
Throughout the day, wind will be blowing west northwest at 8.1 miles per hour.
What to know about Friday’s St. Joseph County weather
With low temperatures forecast in the upcoming days, be sure to follow these safety tips from the National Weather Service.
- Before heading outside, check the weather and avoid being outside for prolonged periods of time during the coldest time of the day.
- Ensure that water pipes won’t freeze and that animals aren’t exposed to the extreme cold.
- Make sure your car has a winter survival kit – check out the National Weather Service’s page for more details.
- Cold and flu: The weather will not significantly impact the risk of catching a cold, nor the severity or duration of a cold. Weather conditions create a lowered risk of catching the flu, and will help to make a case of the flu less severe and of shorter duration.
- COPD and arthritis: The weather will not significantly impact the risk of a pulmonary attack. The weather will not significantly impact the risk of arthritis pain, nor its severity or duration.
Weather almanac: How Friday’s forecast compares to other years
Historically, this day is usually a bit wet, with an average 0.09 inches of precipitation.
The forecast high is below average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for Jan. 2 is 33 degrees. The forecast low is one degree cooler than the established normal of 18 degrees…