OHIO — A major warm spell is expected to develop just before Christmas across Ohio, Missouri, Tennessee, Kentucky, and surrounding regions, bringing some of the warmest temperatures seen in nearly a month and sharply reducing any chance of a White Christmas.
A Significant Warm Pattern Takes Over
Meteorologists say the weather pattern is shifting, allowing milder — even warm — air to push northward into the central and eastern U.S. This setup could send temperatures into the 50s across Ohio and well into the 60s and even low 70s across Missouri, Arkansas, and surrounding states during Christmas week.
If timing aligns with a few incoming systems, Christmas Day highs may flirt with record levels throughout parts of the Midwest and South.
White Christmas Chances Collapse
Forecasters describe the odds of snowfall as “pretty much gone,” with temperature trends strongly favoring a warm holiday period rather than a snowy one.
Could Christmas Feel Like Spring?
With readings running 20–30 degrees above normal:
- 50s are likely in Ohio
- 60s across Kentucky and Tennessee
- 70s across Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma
Some areas may even experience conditions warm enough for grilling weather, a rare sight for late December.
Good News for Holiday Travel
One major benefit of this warm setup is excellent travel conditions, both on the roads and in the air. No major winter storms are expected for Christmas week based on current data.
More updates will follow as timing becomes clearer. For ongoing coverage of holiday weather trends, visit NapervilleLocal.com…