Weather: Quick Facts

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Nov. 13, 2026

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Nor’easter could bring rain, snow, winds later this week • Nov. 11, 2026, 5:41 AM ET (The Weather Channel)

Northeast Faces Its Coldest Weather in Months, but Snow Lovers May Be Disappointed • Nov. 10, 2026, 3:18 PM ET (New York Times)

West could see flood threat, heavy mountain snow next week • Nov. 4, 2026, 3:15 PM ET (The Weather Channel)

Sunny weekend ahead following explosive end of rain • Oct. 23, 2026, 2:05 PM ET (The San Jose Mercury News)

Weekend weather brings shock to the system as temps dive • Oct. 18, 2026, 5:30 AM ET (The Weather Channel)

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