Charlotte's New Year begins with a chilly and cloudy morning, leading to a sunny day with highs of 56°F. The weekend forecast includes likely rain and highs near 58°F, shifting to a wet Saturday and a clearer Sunday.

Mankato declares a snow emergency prohibiting parking downtown from Dec. 30 at 10 p.m. to Dec. 31 at 8 a.m. to enable snow clearing. Free parking is available at ramps. Towed vehicles can be found at Affordable Towing.

Snow is predicted for Chicago on December 31st but not expected to exceed half an inch. Temperatures are to drop later, with cold New Year's eve and days ahead, but a gradual warming is forecast into the first week of January.

The NWS forecast for Honolulu predicts moderate weather with stronger trade winds and increasing showers by the weekend. Mariners are warned of persistent east winds, while a new north swell may affect coastal areas.

Houston experiences its coldest morning with temperatures in the upper 20s and low 30s, but anticipates warmer weather with clear and sunny skies for New Year celebrations and the days ahead.

Sacramento's New Year forecast includes a 30% chance of afternoon rain, dense fog, and a high of 48 degrees, with rain and fog continuing into the evening. More rain is expected on New Year's Day and throughout the week.

The National Weather Service Las Vegas forecasts an increase in rain and "very high" snow levels for New Year's in Las Vegas, with intermittent wet weather expected to continue into early January.

Los Angeles faces a flood watch issued by the NWS for Dec 31 to Jan 1 due to expected heavy rainfall and potential for flooding, rockslides, and debris flows.

Philadelphia's forecast includes a slight chance of snow, overcast skies, and chilly temperatures, with potential snow showers leading up to the New Year.

Boston expects light snow on New Year's Eve with accumulations of less than one inch, possibly heavier on the South Shore and Cape Cod. Cold temperatures will persist into the weekend.

Light snow is forecast for central Indiana this afternoon and evening, with a 50% chance of snow before 1am. Light accumulations may create slick conditions. New Year's Day expected to be mostly sunny.

Atlanta's weather during the New Year period offers sunny days, with highs around 50-61 degrees and gentle winds, but a chance of rain increases toward the end of the week.

New Yorkers expect light snow and cold temperatures for New Year's celebrations, with the National Weather Service forecasting possible snow accumulation and blustery winds.