Afternoon: Windy at times. South wind 15-25 mph, gusting into the 30s. Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms building as they move in from the west. Storms should reach the Tennessee River by 3-4 pm, Nashville by 5-6 pm, and the Cumberland Plateau by 8-9 pm. High, 63.

Widespread snowfall totals of 1 to 5 inches are expected across New Jersey with more than 5 inches possible in some counties.

A weak-to-moderate winter storm will pass off the East Coast this weekend, and it should bring the New York City and other coastal areas in the tri-state their first measurable snow. It won’t be a blockbuster snow event,

This afternoon will remain mostly cloudy for many, but turn sunny for others, especially south of I-40. Highs will span the 40s (in the clouds) and low to mid 50s (sunny spots). Tonight turns chilly as temperatures tumble into the upper 30s by morning. Wednesday looks mostly cloudy. A brief shower or sprinkle will be possible. High, 52.

The Midwest and Great Lakes region look locked into typical December weather. Expect cold temperatures and occasional clouds, but no clear signals of a major winter storm developing near Christmas. That points to routine flying conditions for Santa across the heart of the country.

The North Shore mountains will see the highest amount precipitation, with 35 to 45 millimitres of rainfall expected. Lower-lying areas may see 20 to 30 mm, with lesser amounts in the Fraser Valley, Environment Canada meteorologist Brian Proctor tells V.I.A.