Central US to remain locked into cold pattern AccuWeather 2 hrs ago Jessica Storm A winterlike chill has made its presence felt across the Central states this week, and it doesn't look like the cold air will relinquish its grip any time soon. A fresh shot of cold air is expected to sweep across the central United States early next week before it travels into the East. Temperatures in the Plains have been below normal for several days this week. Denver reported a chilling low of 22 degrees Fahrenheit this past Sunday night, which is 10 degrees below average for mid-April for the Mile High City.