The warmth being highlighted the first 5 days of February is *wild* at this distance.

Data continues to avoid MJO phase 8 which prevents colder threats.

Stalling in MJO phases 6/7 would be worst case for winter lovers and the latest data certainly highlights why. #Energypic.twitter.com/td6AbBhP6H

— BAM Weather (BAMWX) (@bamwxcom) January 22, 2024