Appalachian Mountains, U.S. – The Appalachian region is bracing for an early taste of autumn this week, as a cold front brings significantly cooler temperatures. The National Weather Service warns that some areas may see near-record lows, especially in higher elevations.
The Weather Prediction Center has forecasted that temperatures could drop into the 40s overnight in parts of the Appalachians, including areas in Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina. The coolest mornings are expected on Wednesday and Thursday, driven by radiational cooling under clear skies and northwest winds.
These unseasonably cool conditions are rare for August, with daily low-temperature records at risk of being broken. This cooling trend could make late evenings and early mornings feel more like fall than summer.
Residents in the Appalachian region should prepare for chilly nights and consider warmer clothing, especially if spending time outdoors. While these cooler temperatures are a brief anomaly, a gradual warming trend is expected by the weekend, signaling a return to more typical summer conditions.
