Islamabad, Pakistan / United States
News Desk
AccuWeather meteorologists are forecasting a significant late-January winter storm across large portions of the United States as of Tuesday, January 20, 2026, with snow and ice expected from the Upper Midwest into the Northeast over the coming days, according to the company’s published weather news and forecast data. The evolving pattern is tied to a strong winter system that could bring accumulating snow, hazardous travel conditions and below-normal temperatures. Meanwhile in Islamabad, Pakistan, AccuWeather local forecast indicates hazy skies and very unhealthy air quality through midweek with scattered showers possible later in the week, the service’s regional forecast shows.
AccuWeather national weather news highlights a “stormy late-January setup” raising the risk for snow and ice impacts in the United States, including projections of widespread snow accumulation from parts of the Upper Midwest through the Northeast as the system strengthens and moves northeastward. The service’s published updates note potential disruptions to travel and daily activities as the storm progresses into the weekend.
Forecasters with AccuWeather and other meteorological outlets have also noted additional cold air surges and lake-effect snow chances in some northern states, with dangerously cold conditions expected to spread across dozens of states later this week. These forecasts include advisories for motorists and communities to prepare for hazardous road conditions and travel delays.
In Islamabad, AccuWeather’s localized forecast through Thursday shows daytime highs near 18–20 °C and nighttime lows around 7–8 °C, with persistent hazy conditions and air quality described as very unhealthy for sensitive groups. Visibility and outdoor activities may be affected by the haze, and showers are possible in the late afternoon on Thursday, according to the service’s extended outlook.
Residents in the Islamabad and Rawalpindi areas are advised to monitor AccuWeather warnings and take precautions if air quality worsens, especially for children, elderly individuals and those with respiratory conditions. In the United States, AccuWeather meteorologists are continuing to update forecasts as the winter storm evolves, calling attention to snow, ice and wind hazards that may impact transportation and commerce.
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