WESTERN, UNITED STATES - A shift in the weather pattern is set to bring a series of storms into the western United States this week, introducing cooler temperatures and much-needed precipitation following a stretch of above-average heat, according to AccuWeather.
After record-breaking warmth pushed temperatures 15 to 25 degrees above average across parts of the Southwest, conditions are beginning to change as multiple systems move inland. The first round of activity has already brought scattered thunderstorms to the Four Corners region, with additional storms lining up through midweek.
The next system is expected to move through California, Nevada, and into parts of the Pacific Northwest, delivering rain across lower elevations and snow in higher terrain. Mountain passes in the Cascades could see accumulating snowfall, while coastal areas may experience gusty winds.
As these systems move through, temperatures across the region are expected to fall closer to seasonal norms. Cities that recently saw highs in the 90s are likely to drop into the 70s and 80s, marking a notable cooldown.
Precipitation is expected to continue across parts of the Northwest into late week, with a mix of rain and snow depending on elevation. While valley regions will largely see rainfall, higher elevations could experience more persistent snow as cooler air settles in.
Heading into Easter weekend, drier and warmer conditions are expected to return, bringing a brief rebound in temperatures following the midweek cooldown.
As weather patterns continue to shift, conditions across growing regions remain dynamic. Check ANUK for the latest updates.
