Recently, much of the U.S. has seen dramatic temperature fluctuations, swinging from freezing conditions to unusually warm days in the 60s and 70s Fahrenheit within a week. Areas like Omaha experienced temperatures rising by over 75 degrees Fahrenheit after enduring Arctic cold, causing school closures due to severe weather. Some regions set new record high temperatures, showcasing how Arctic air masses can create extreme weather contrasts. Such outbreaks of serious cold are not uncommon in the High Plains, occurring approximately every one to two years.
Much of the U.S. has experienced extreme temperature swings, with some areas seeing a rise of 75-100 degrees Fahrenheit within a week, marking record warm days.
The drastic weather changes stemmed from an Arctic air mass that produced freezing temperatures and high winds, highlighting the volatility of regional weather patterns.
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