Strong High Pressure Over Florida Keeps Sunshine State Dry While Storms Hit Central U.S.
UNITED STATES — A sprawling storm system is sweeping across the central United States this weekend, setting up multiple rounds of rain and thunderstorms in the days leading up to Thanksgiving, according to the latest Friday morning weather outlook.
High pressure over Florida continues to keep the Southeast mostly dry, while the Midwest and Plains remain locked under a “juicy” atmospheric setup — rich in moisture and instability — producing widespread showers and storms.
Storm System Spanning From Texas to the Great Lakes
Friday morning’s surface analysis shows low-pressure centers scattered across the central U.S., with widespread rain extending from Oklahoma and Arkansas up through Missouri and Illinois. Heavy precipitation bands are developing around multiple storm fronts, while upper-level disturbances continue fueling rounds of rain and occasional thunderstorms.
“This is a very dynamic setup heading into the weekend,” forecasters noted. “Several waves of moisture are expected to move across the Midwest before a colder pattern takes over next week.”
The National Weather Service highlighted potential for localized flooding in low-lying areas of the Mississippi Valley and southern Midwest as rainfall persists through late Friday.
Florida and the Southeast Stay Dry Under High Pressure
While much of the central and western U.S. deals with unsettled weather, Florida and parts of the Southeast are enjoying calmer skies. A strong high-pressure system centered over the Sunshine State is blocking rain from entering the region, keeping temperatures mild and skies mostly clear.
Residents in these areas can expect dry and pleasant conditions through the weekend, though increasing humidity is expected as Gulf moisture begins returning early next week.
Thanksgiving Week Outlook
Meteorologists say this pattern will continue evolving through the holiday week, with another cold front arriving just before Thanksgiving, potentially bringing cooler air and additional rain chances to the southern Plains and Midwest.
Travelers are urged to monitor local forecasts closely, as road conditions and flight schedules may be affected by heavy rain in several states over the coming days.
Stay with NapervilleLocal.com for continuing weather updates as Thanksgiving week approaches.
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