Millions of people across the United States are preparing to travel ahead of the busy Christmas holidays, but there may be some delays on the roads or at major airports, which could mean the final moments with friends and family. This may affect when you can gather.
The FOX Prediction Center doesn't expect the big storm to cancel Christmas travel, but continued rain and wintry weather across the U.S. will slow travel a bit over the next few days, especially in the eastern U.S. There is a possibility.
Nearly 120 million Americans are expected to travel during the 2024 holiday season, which is predicted to be a record-breaking year.
northeast
For those looking to travel east for an early vacation this week, rain and snow could lead to traffic problems on busy Interstate 95 through Friday.
Temperatures along Interstate 95, which runs from Boston to New York City and Philadelphia, are expected to reach highs in the 40s on Thursday and in the 30s over the weekend.
south
Temperatures are expected to soar Wednesday as a cold air mass moves south, bringing scattered showers.
The cold air will move down to the Gulf Coast and mid-Atlantic, but it won't stay that strong for long as temperatures return to above normal next week.
Midwest
Midwestern cities are expected to remain cold, with the possibility of snow and slowdowns if you're driving or flying.
With temperatures in the 30s expected in Chicago for the rest of the week, the snow could delay flights and cause traffic delays on highways across the region.
Minneapolis is expected to see snow on Thursday before conditions improve on Friday.
However, the temperature will be low, so please take proper measures to protect yourself from the cold when you go out.
St. Louis and Kansas City, Missouri, will see a mix of sun and clouds for the rest of the week. Temperatures are expected to be in the 40s to 50s in Kansas City on Wednesday and Thursday, and in the mid 40s in St. Louis.
west
Western cities are expected to experience a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions, with some large cities experiencing rain, fog and possible traffic congestion throughout the week.
Seattle is expected to see some rain showers and temperatures in the 50s into Friday.
Along Interstate 5, Los Angeles is expected to see mostly sunny skies with some clouds, and high temperatures in the mid-70s Thursday and low 60s Friday.
San Francisco will be a little cooler over the weekend with fog and highs around 60 degrees.
Phoenix is expected to be sunny and warm, with temperatures in the 80s Thursday, while temperatures in Salt Lake City are expected to cool, with highs in the low 50s by Friday.
