New York, New York – A warmer and wetter-than-normal weather pattern is favored along much of the East Coast from Jan. 7 through Jan. 11, according to the latest outlook from NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center.
The 6–10 day temperature outlook indicates above-normal temperatures are likely from Florida north through the Mid-Atlantic and into parts of New England. The strongest signals for warmth are centered across the Southeast and southern Mid-Atlantic, with milder-than-average conditions extending northward along the Interstate 95 corridor.
The 6–10 day precipitation outlook also favors above-normal precipitation across much of the East Coast. This suggests an active pattern with multiple weather systems capable of producing repeated rounds of rain, rather than extended dry periods.
With temperatures trending above early January averages, rain is expected to be the dominant precipitation type for coastal and urban areas from the Southeast through the Mid-Atlantic. Farther north, including interior New England, brief wintry mixes or snow remain possible during overnight periods, depending on storm timing and track.
The Climate Prediction Center emphasizes that these outlooks describe broad regional trends rather than specific daily forecasts. Short-lived colder air intrusions remain possible, but the prevailing signal favors mild and unsettled conditions during the period.
For commuters, air travel, and freight movement along major corridors such as I-95 and I-85, the pattern may bring wet roads, reduced visibility, and periodic travel delays, especially during heavier rainfall.
Residents along the East Coast are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts from the National Weather Service as the Jan. 7–11 period approaches and forecast confidence continues to improve.
