If my memory serves me correctly, the central axis of the heaviest snow was modelled to run through Valparaiso and South Bend on the globals. Then the hi-res models latched onto the north shift.
Couldn't find the regular thread, but going off the GHD I weenie maps in there it looks like there was a bit of a north shift.
For GHD II, the Euro was south around this time.
Yeah, the models shifted GHD I northwest a day or so before the storm.
Yup, I've noticed it too. Has happened with many systems. There tends to be a regression toward what the climate favors.
Consensus is growing for the first wave. The real question then becomes will the second wave be amped like the GFS or suppressed like the Euro. There is lots of potential for a massive storm as many have already said.
"Powerful Multi-regional/ multi-faceted east coastal storm now above medium confidence: Jan 29 -30th, MA to NE, with snow and mix combining high wind, and tides. Unusual early confidence ..."
vs
"Feb 1 -3 potential mess"