The overwhelming consensus is that the winter ahead will be a gentle one, however the next several days may be adventurous in the Midatlantic and Northeast, climaxing with a major nor'easter.
We will get the inconsequential leftovers of the Midwest ice storm tonight in the form of rain and rising temperatures. Some ice is possible up in the mountains, but nothing around here.
Then, after a warm start tomorrow, it will turn colder tomorrow night, and perhaps cold enough for snow and/or ice when the next batch of precipitation arrives on Thursday.
The main event, however, might occur this weekend as computer models show the potential for a significant coastal storm Saturday into Sunday.
Right now, the precipitation type is up in the air, so to speak, and we foresee a 100 percent of model meteorological waffling between now and the appearance of the first flakes or raindrops.
If you want to follow the storm buzz, check out the Eastern weather chat board.
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