Significant Temperature Warmup Forecast to Bring 65–70 Degree Weather Across Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and California Before Next Cold Front Arrives
UNITED STATES — After a stretch of below-average temperatures across the region, a major warmup is expected to spread across Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and California, bringing daytime highs in the mid-60s to near 70 degrees through the middle of the week. The warm spell is forecast to last from Tuesday through Friday, offering several days of sunshine before another cold front arrives in North Texas on Saturday.
Models Show Widespread Above-Average Temperatures Across the Southwest and Southern Plains
Latest GFS ensemble temperature anomaly maps show a large area of well-above-normal warmth dominating the western and southern United States. The warmest temperature departures are centered over:
- Texas, especially central and North Texas
- New Mexico and Arizona, with widespread warming
- Nevada and Utah, experiencing mild December highs
- California, particularly the interior regions
These warm anomalies contrast sharply with the colder-than-normal conditions over the central and northern portions of the country.
Forecasters expect daytime highs around 65–70°F across much of Texas, offering a brief return to spring-like conditions before the next front arrives.
Sunny Weather Expected Through Much of the Week
Weather conditions across the Southwest and Southern Plains are expected to remain dry and sunny, allowing temperatures to climb quickly each afternoon. The pattern shift marks a notable break from the consistently cool start to December observed across the region.
Meteorologists note that the warmup will be short-lived, but the stretch of pleasant weather is significant considering the colder-than-normal trend throughout early December.
Next Front Set to Return Cooler Conditions by the Weekend
While the warmup persists through Friday, forecast models show a cold front arriving Saturday in North Texas, which will likely bring a drop in temperatures and possibly increased cloud cover.
The rest of the Southwest may not feel the front as strongly, but the warmest temperatures are expected to ease back closer to seasonal norms as the pattern shifts once again.
Residents planning travel or outdoor activities may want to take advantage of the warm stretch before cooler air returns.
More Updates Expected as the Weekend Pattern Evolves
Meteorologists will continue to track the timing and strength of the upcoming front. Forecast revisions are expected as the weekend approaches, particularly for Texas, where the temperature drop could be more noticeable.
Travelers and residents across the impacted states are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts for changing conditions.
How will this warm spell impact your December plans across the Southwest and Texas? Share your thoughts with us at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
