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U.S. Weather Update 1.19.26

| January 19, 2026 | By

Summary:

Heavy lake-effect and lake-enhanced snow will persist downwind of the Great Lakes and produce some whiteout conditions that could cause difficult travel conditions. A coastal low will produce moderate to heavy snow over parts of southern and eastern New England into the afternoon. Below average temperatures are expected across the eastern U.S., particularly with chilly morning temperatures.
 
Oregon

Freezing Fog Advisory remains in effect until 4 PM Wednesday.   

  • Visibility down to a quarter mile or less in freezing fog.

Michigan

Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 7 AM Tuesday.

  • Snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches. 
  • Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. 

New York

Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through 4 PM Wednesday afternoon.

  • Heavy Lake effect snow expected. Snow accumulations between 2 and 4 feet.  
  • Winds gusting as high as 45 mph creating blowing and drifting snow and at times whiteout conditions. 

Additional Dense Fog Advisory included but not limited to:  Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California. 

Additional Wind Advisory included but not limited to: Wyoming.

Additional Winter Weather Advisory included but not limited to: Montana, Wisconsin, New York, Indiana, New Hampshire, Maine, and Michigan.

Additional Cold Weather Advisory included but not limited to: North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Virginia, and North Carolina. 

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