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Widespread Mild Weather Expected Across U.S. Holiday Week

PUBLISHED Dec 20, 2025, 7:35 AM ET

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Widespread Mild Weather Expected Across U.S. Holiday Week

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United States. Forecasters across multiple markets reported a warm, largely dry pattern developing through Christmas week, driven by persistent high pressure and southwesterly flow. Local agencies and TV stations described highs varying from the 40s to upper 70s, isolated light showers near coasts, and brief cold frontal intrusions with limited impacts. Snow chances remained low outside northern lakes and higher elevations, and travel disruptions were not widely forecast. National Weather Service briefings and model guidance informed forecasts, while local observations supported the trend toward milder holiday conditions across many population centers nationwide. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Mahnoor A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Mid-December: Arctic/cold fronts produced colder mornings in northern areas.
Mid-to-late week: High pressure and southwesterly flow began elevating temperatures regionally.
Late week: Weak cold fronts passed with brief cooling and isolated showers.
Christmas week: Warm fronts and persistent southerly winds pushed highs well above seasonal averages.
Forecast consensus: Low widespread snow chances outside higher elevations; minimal major travel disruptions expected.

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Who Benefited

Residents, retailers, and travel sectors in affected regions benefited from milder-than-usual temperatures reducing heating demand and easing holiday travel conditions.

Who Impacted

Winter tourism and snow-dependent businesses in mountain and lake-effect regions faced reduced demand and fewer natural snow opportunities during the mild stretch.