Unusual Warmth: Spring-Like Weather Hits Early in Parts of the U. S.

In the middle of winter, some places in the U. S. are getting a taste of spring. This is happening in parts of the Central and Eastern states. The weather is expected to stay warm through the weekend. Temperatures will go up to the 60s and 70s. This is surprising because these areas had a cold and snowy start to winter. The reason for this sudden change is an early disruption in the polar vortex.In the Southern states, things are even hotter. Temperatures will reach the 80s, and some areas in South Texas might even hit the 90s. It might get so warm that people will need to turn on their air conditioners. In the Mid-Atlantic region, temperatures could rise close to 70 degrees on Friday and Saturday. This includes the area around the nation's capital. This early warmth is unusual. It makes people wonder about the weather patterns. Is this just a one-time thing? Or is it a sign of bigger changes? Scientists are studying this to understand better. They want to know if this is part of a larger trend.