Holiday weather forecast: Where travelers can expect a wintry mix, flooding and record warmth across the U.S.

In the final days leading up to Christmas, the weather will vary widely across the United States. From flooding risks and snow in parts of California to record warmth in the central U.S. to a series of storms that will bring a wintry mix to the Northeast, only some parts of the country are expected to see a white Christmas this year.

A record number of people are expected to travel over the year-end holidays, according to AAA's projections . Approximately 122.4 million Americans , a 2.2% increase from 2024, will venture out at least 50 miles from home from Dec. 20 through Jan. 1.

Here’s what travelers can expect for the weather this holiday week.

Flooding rain, snow are expected to impact California this week

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