Key Takeaways
- For the 2024/25 winter, the Farmers’ Almanac predicts to be a “wet whirlwind” with significant precipitation and storms.
- Northern Plains and Great Lakes regions will experience deep cold, with frigid temperatures also reaching the South.
- The Northeast is expected to receive above-normal snow, while the Pacific Northwest and Southeast will have a mix of wet, white, and slushy conditions.
- The Southwest and South Central States are predicted to have a drier winter with below-normal precipitation.
- Significant storms are forecast for late January and early February, with potential heavy snowfall in Texas and the Northwest.
The Farmers’ Almanac has released its forecast for the 2024/25 winter season, predicting a “wet whirlwind” with significant precipitation and storms across much of the United States. Depending on your location, this could mean heavy snowfall or substantial rainfall, making it a season to prepare for.
Cold Temperatures Across the Country
The Almanac forecasts that the Northern Plains and Great Lakes regions will experience a deep chill throughout much of the winter. Even the South, typically milder during the winter months, should brace for some frigid blasts from Old Man Winter. Particularly cold snaps are expected during the last week of January into early February, with the Northern Plains facing the most extreme conditions.
Snow and Rain: Regional Predictions
The Northeast is expected to be at the center of several storms, with above-normal amounts of snow likely in interior and mountainous areas. Coastal regions, however, may see more rain than snow. Ski enthusiasts in these areas can look forward to plenty of powder days.
Other regions, such as the Pacific Northwest, Great Lakes, and Southeast, should also prepare for a mix of wet and snowy conditions, with a season described as wet, white, and slushy. In contrast, the Southwest and South Central States, including Texas, are predicted to have a drier winter with below-normal precipitation.
Winter Storm Warnings
The 2025 Farmers’ Almanac advises keeping an eye on the final week of January, when an active storm track is expected to bring heavy precipitation and strong winds to the eastern half of the country. Texas may see a snowstorm in early February, with predictions of up to 6 inches of snow, while the Bitterroot Mountains of Idaho could receive a foot or more during the same period.
Weather Prediction Methodology
The Farmers’ Almanac uses a proprietary weather prediction formula that considers natural cycles and phenomena such as La Niña, which is expected to influence this winter’s weather patterns. With La Niña predicted to persist through the winter, the Almanac’s forecast suggests that the season will be one of unpredictable and intense weather events across the country.
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