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Christmas Heatwave: 75°F Forecast for Mid-US!
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Central US to see record Christmas warmth, near 75°F.
- California braces for flooding rain from atmospheric rivers.
- Great Lakes and Northeast may still see snow on Christmas.
Millions of Americans can expect a Christmas Day unlike any other, with record-breaking warmth forecast for much of the central U.S. Temperatures could climb into the mid-70s across states like Missouri, making it feel more like late April than late December. This significant deviation from historical averages is attributed to a weakening polar vortex.
Conversely, California is preparing for a deluge as two powerful atmospheric rivers are poised to drench the state through Christmas Day. Forecasters warn of widespread flooding, hazardous travel conditions, and potentially several feet of snow in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Residents in the Sacramento Valley and Los Angeles Basin should prepare for significant rainfall.
In the Northeast and Great Lakes regions, the holiday weather presents a mixed bag. While some areas might still achieve a white Christmas with accumulating snow from fast-moving storms, others could see rain and ice. Travel disruptions are anticipated across these regions due to the varied winter conditions expected through Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
