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Get Ready for a Wet, Wild Winter in 2012!
For the last several months, many of you have been emailing us, leaving comments on our articles, and asking us on our Facebook page, “What’s in store for the coming winter?” Not, at long last, the wait is over! The 2012 Farmers’ Almanac is on shelves, and our much-awaited long-range forecast for the coming year is no longer a secret. Last year, the Farmers’ Almanac predicted that the winter would exhibit a split personality, with harsh conditions for the eastern half of the U.S., and milder weather to the west. That prediction came through, as residents of the Northeast and Great Lakes regions, especially, got pounded with many heavy storms throughout the season.
So what’s in store for the coming winter?
(The following overview is for the United States. To read our predictions for Canada, click here).
For the winter of 2011–12, the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting “clime and punishment,” a season of unusually cold and stormy weather. For some parts of the country, that means a frigid climate; while for others, it will mean lots of rain and snow.
The upcoming winter looks to be cold to very cold for the Northern Plains, parts of the Northern Rockies, and the western Great Lakes. In contrast, above-normal temperatures are expected across most of the southern and eastern U.S. Near-normal temperatures are expected in the Midwest and Far West, and in southern
Florida.
A very active storm track will bring much heavier-than-normal precipitation from the Southern Plains through Tennessee into Ohio, the Great Lakes, and the Northeast. Because of above normal temperatures, much of the precipitation will likely be rain or mixed precipitation, although, during February, some potent East Coast storms could leave heavy snow, albeit of a wet and slushy consistency.
An active Pacific Storm track will guide storm systems into the Pacific Northwest, giving it a wetter-than-normal winter.
Drier-than-normal weather will occur in the Southwest and Southeast corners of the nation.
To see a more detailed long-range forecast for your area, pick up a copy of the 2012 Farmers’ Almanac today!
Caleb Weatherbee is the official forecaster for the Farmers' Almanac. His name is actually a pseudonym that has been passed down through generations of Almanac prognosticators and has been used to conceal the true identity of the men and women behind our predictions.Live Weather from WeatherBug
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Farmers' Almanac Long Range Weather
May 24th - May 27th
- Northeast U.S.
Thunderstorms Mid-Atlantic States, then clearing, cool conditions. Squally New England, then fair skies.
- Midwest/Great Lakes U.S.
Squally from Wisconsin east, then fair skies. Weather dries out for Indianapolis in time for Indy 500.
- Southeast U.S.
Thunderstorms, then clearing and cool.
- North Central U.S.
Clearing skies, unseasonably chilly.
- South Central U.S.
Thunderstorms Texas east, then clearing, quite cool.
- Northwest U.S.
Clear, but quite cool.
- Southwest U.S.
Clearing weather is accompanied by chilly conditions.
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The forecast for the South was very much correct. The most I saw (Memphis, TN) was one inch and that was in NOVEMBER! After that, all we saw were flurries a few times with above average temperatures. I guess it had to happen after the past colder and snowier winters we had. Hope we get more snow next winter!
In Pennsylvania (19473) for June 2nd 2012…..what kind of weather can we expect for a huge outdoor party I planned. thanks!
Melissa,
We always release the next year’s forecast at the end of August, and we review the prior year shortly before that.
Itl be winter again before we know it. When will the 2012-13 winter forecast be published? and our 2012 winter in review? Time really flies because next winter isnt too far behind! Im going to enjoy my summer before i worry about winter though. When things wind down by fall ill start preparing for the cold blast. Hopefully its snowier and colder though
sflorig – We’ll be releasing our hurricane season forecast in June, but you can view four months of our long-range forecast here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
How many landfall hurricanes are you predicting for this hurricane season?
Shelli,
August 18 – Showery
Sept. 9 – Fair skies
Congratulations!
also it is in
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92678
what does the weather look like for august 18 2012 or september 9 2012for O’Neill Regional Park. tryin to plan my wedding accordingly!!
I live in West Virginia and i want to know why so many weird things are happening with the weather? after February was over winter has just left so quickly. Now they’re saying we could have heavy wet snow tomorrow night into monday! its almost MAY, our flowers and everything are weeks ahead of schedule! march was so warm and this has gotten me concerned. Are there going to be unusually mild conditions running into December 2012? “end of the world” if there is then ill believe it! unusual things are goin on and i wanna know whats going on!
I live near boston and ive been paying close attention to the farmers almanac this past winter. The snowstorm that was predicted in mid february didnt come up to the new england coast but it did hit somewhere i think. they got like a foot of snow. Was that the same storm that was predicted? i think it was penn. or va that got ravaged with a big snowstorm that closed airports, cities, roads, schools etc.. i rememeber watching it on the weather channel. it was sunny and nice up here that day but super cold down there
Hi Ty,
We won’t be releasing our 2013 forecast until late August.
What is 2012-2013 winter looking like for AR?
This spring has been very warm here in the southeast. It seems like spring is giving way to a hot summer. We need rain badly here in North Carolina and hopefully well get some rain. it would help the wildfires all over the place! April showers? not so much. Its too dry and hot too early! 80 degrees right now. I want spring for a change! Are there any brief cool downs anytime soon?
Well, that forecast was a bust… The complete opposite happened here in NNY.
If the above-mentioned article isn’t proof that weather forecasting is simply taking a somewhat educated guess at best, I don’t know what is. We just had our warmest first quarter of the year since the beginning of record-keeping in the contiguous states, while this winter was predicted to be “a season of unusually cold and stormy weather”. I wouldn’t waste my time asking what the weather will be like in August… mother nature herself doesn’t even know.
Only had 26 inches of snow this winter season in Detroit. It was our mildest, most open winter in years (though RICK, who stated we had less than a foot total all season as of Feb 20th, was extremely exaggerating). We were due for a mild winter after our very snowy winters in recent years. Maybe this was just a balancing out since we had nearly 70 inches of snow in 2010-11. Hoping for a snowy 2012-13!
I was looking at the long range weather forecast and I was glancing at May and cool and chilly conditions were mentioned alot. Are they likely to be short lived or will the below average temps last the whole month? We are going to NC from the 14th-27th for my anniversary and we prefer summer like warmth at that time of year. Will that be answered in the summer outlook or is it just a wait and see game? Not a 2009 pretty please! We wont be forgettin’ that miserable “summer”
Aaron, Look for the summer outlook on our homepage in mid-April.
Ashley,
You can see the forecast for that date here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
Louise, We won’t be releasing our 2013 forecast until late August. You can see what we say through December if you pick up a copy of the 2012 Farmers’ Almanac. There’s a digital edition that is just the weather for only $3.99.
Hi everyone I am planning on having our wedding on October 6, 2012 in Santa Ynez California. What kind of weather should we expect? Thank you
I am on the East Coast…..we had the mildest winter here…as a matter of fact nearly no winter except for snow in October and a major storm in January…that’s it!! Are we gonna have a winter this year 2012-2013?
I am gettieng married May 19, 2012 in Monticello, WI just wondering about rain…. what are the chanced it is going to rain?
I was just wondering when the summer outlook be released? Hopefully soon because im itching to know what this summer has in store. Crossing my fingers for a good hot summer
Almanac says cold, flurries for Great Lakes Mar. 20-Mar. 23?, we have had record temps above normal(80′s) and no snow……………this is very interesting. Now what?
This winter just wasent right! We just keep shattering record temps! This was our fourth warmest winter on record! I am so worried because of it. What if we never get to see a cold or normal winter again? Id hate to blame it on global warming because last winter was very cold but this is still really strange. Lack of snow was just about everywhere in the east! Im never going to wish for a warm winter like this. Will next winter be anything like this one? No winter, i can only hope we get summer this year
First day of spring in 2012. If you use the weather to trade commodities I would love to hear from you. CanadianInvestors.com has been commenting on commodities since December 1999.
Does anyone know.what it said.for Detroit Michigan?
I live in northern North Carolina and I think weve done great this winter. It hasent gotten terribly cold and I got to save on my heating bill. Despite the one snow we got back in February we havent had much of a winter. It would be nice if summer would stay cooler but not another 2009! Do you think I will get to save on my air bill this summer too?
Funny to see people so interested in the predictions for Winter 2012, when the Winter 2011 predictions were so completely, 100% wrong.
Holly, We’ll be revealing our summer outlook in just a few weeks. In the meantime, you can look at our forecasts for the next four months here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
We got hammered with snow here in New England during the winter 2010/2011…this year was the polar opposite with below average snow fall. This is concerning. What is in store for this area during summer 2012 and winter 2012/2013?
Sorry Brenda,
We’re calling for it to be pretty hot this summer, and spring will probably be a precursor to that. You should see a few cooler days, here and there, though.
Is it ever going to cool down? March and April are the only months of the year I get to enjoy nice comfy temps in the 60s and 70 but here it is in the 80s! Im not ready for all of this yet. Does the farmers almanac see any cool downs? I have the air conditioner on right now in March! Virginia dont see 80 degree days until like May. I wanna enjoy some spring weather. Not summer lol thank you!
Does the writer of this article have an excuse as to how completely wrong they were? We have barely had a winter this year in Chicago Very few cold days, almost no snow, and this week (mid-March) it is going to hit eighty degrees. Anxious to hear how they could have been so off in all respects of this forecast.
parcrat1963, You can find your average last frost date here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/weather/2007/02/14/average-frost-dates/
Im in salem missouri and was wondering what the predictions are for the last frost and when its safe to start planting our garden
Carolyn,
You can find your average local frost dates here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/weather/2007/02/14/average-frost-dates/
I LIVE IN CENTRAL OREGON IN THE TOWN OF SPRAY I WOULD LIKE TOKNOW THE LAST FROST DATE FOR OUR AREA
Lools like the lack of snow in DC was expected. A lot of hot air from the south and plains has probably reduced the likelihood and energy for snowy conditions.
What does MD have to look forward to this summer since our winter was in the high 50,s to the mid 60,s ?
I live in Baltimore well close enough and it is 63 degree,s today and it,s been in that range for the past several months round about if this winter has been this warm where tree,s are budding and plants are blooming what does summer have in store for us ?
So far little rain, scattered showers, no snow here in shingle springs, just a little rain. About 1 inch so far
tornadojustin, We’ll be releasing our Spring Outlook next week. Watch our homepage.
Continued comment: NOTE: What im talking about is all in this year of 2012.
TORNADOJUSTIN
Whats spring going to be like in So Cal?Hoping for a rainy spring since we are below normal for this winter, which is usually supposed to be our wet season. Also, whats the weather going to be in southern Wisconsin also in the spring, taking a fishing trip with my kin in EARLY April.
Thanks,
TORNADOJUSTIN
courtneywright,
You can find that information here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
Denise, We’re calling for “some snow Christmas” in much of the Mid-Atlantic region, so it’s possible.
We all know this winter has been miserable for all of us winter snow lovers, especially December when it was warm everyday including Christmas. Is there any way i could get the forecast for Christmas 2012 in Lynchburg, VA? Do you think i will get to see a white christmas?
Addition to previous comment: I am getting married on April 27th, 2012 near St. Louis, MO. I forgot to say where I’m at on the last one.
I am getting married on April 27th, 2012. Planning for an outdoor wedding? What are the chances of rain/storms?
Megan,
You can find our forecast for that date here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
Just click on your area of the map.
following all i can gather, and this being an end to la-nina and straight into el-nino, its going to be really hot, and really dry this summer(2012) in the majority of the US. will be a tough year for agriculture..
I’m getting married on June 16th in Pensacola, FL. What’s the weather prediction? Any information would be helpful.
I’m going to the beach in late June to early July. Do you know whats coming our way somewhere during that time frame in North Carolina? I dont want it very rainy like the last time we went. Will it be hot this summer for us?
Julia, We’re calling for snow that day, but probably nothing too severe. Congratulations! Just think of it as glitter.
It seems like this has been one of the driest winters I can remember in all my 50 years. Someone said that we’re suppose to get a really bad storm at the end of February and after that it’ll be dry and stay dry. I know 2012 is suppose to be a strange year but it seems like the wet winter forecast isn’t gonna happen unless it happens soon. So Wet? Dry? End of February 2012? Just wondering if it’s changed.
This winter is very disappointing to me. Pennsylvania, especially east of the Appalachia, need that snow now more than ever if we’re going to have a good spring and summer. If we don’t we can see some really bad issues with the growth of crops, the river levels of both groundwater springs, mountain springs and other water areas.
Places like in Carbon County, thrive on the snow, because the snowmelt off the mountains fills the groundwater and rivers. WIth a disappointing winter, we’re not getting enough snow to do so. We need a really good snowstorm to fix the snow drought. Please Mother Nature, bring down the snow! Because, I will get Cave Johnson to invent a Weather Control Device! out of a watermelon.
Hello,
I’m planning an outdoor wedding in VT for 12/21/12. Is there any chance I could please get the prediction for just that day? I would think it’s gonna be cold, but if next winter’s anything like this one, I’ll probably be sweating in a warm dress.
Thank you!
What kind of summer are we going to have in wisconsin?
What about Lexington,Ky? Are going to have very much snow this winter. It has been warmer than usual for February not that I’m complaining.
I live in Southeastern Vermont, although last years winter was incredibly snowey, this winter has been very mild, one good snow of over 4inches so far….then a few flurries which never amounted to much. Temps dropped to the single digits a few times, sometimes in the teens but now they are heading upward….more high 20s and 30s for February. But, I am still waiting for that last big hurrah Mom Nature always sends at the last minute….ya know…the one that drops almost 6 inches around Easter time?
Here in the Metro Detroit area, as of today 2-20-12, WE HAVEN’T HAD ANY real “winter”! So far less than a foot of snow-TOTAL- and I’ve only started my snow blower ONCE, and didn’t really have to THAT time, ’cause it melted off almost immediately over the next 3 days!!!! GLOBAL WARMING-GOTTA LOVE IT!!! Hey, I don’t own ocean-front property, a ski lodge or a snowmobile dealership, so Yeaaaaaaah, Baby! SCREW WINTER!!!!
Winter is here! snowin big time in virginia. snow all day and night! up to 5 inches.. i can look out the window and see an inch of snow on the ground already.
Why are we have any really cold temperature? In Indiana the average temperature was the high 50′s and low 20 and 30′s. Is that normal for us please answer back if you can
This forecast has been real accurate so far for North Dakota ………….
I think the almanac def got it wrong this winter. I live in southern tiers in NY and this has been the mildest winter I have ever seen! Barely any snow. The most we got was maybe 2″. I love it. It was 63 a couple weeks ago and in the upper 30s to mid 40s everyday!
Will Central Arkansas, Hot Springs, see any significant snow this year, or are we left out again??? Last year was ok, the snow didn’t last long, I would love for it to stick around longer!!
I live in the city in MN, and it predicted us having a ton of snow and very cold weather. But this has been one of the mildest warmest, wonters in years. Weve had 15 inches of snow at best all wonter thus far, average is twice that and last year we had 61 inches! This was totally wrong and off for our entire state
Wow, missed this one huh, it is February 13th, I live in North Dakota……we have had just a few inches of snow and no rain since July…..last year at this time we had a hundred inches on the ground….was still melting in June….today, dry as a popcorn fart….
Kyle,
We won’t be revealing that forecast until late August.
How will weather be in Houston/Galveston March 15th-18th of 2012
What will 2012-13 winter be like in Sacramento California?
Im in Michigan it’s been a very unusual winter here. We have a big amount of snow from today but ehat does Feb/March look like?
I havent seen any snow this winter at all. I give up! In my years of living i havent seen a year without snow! This will be my first one.
Whats the witer look like for nw Arkansas in 2012
by the way, i mean in PA,
dang, we are saving our fire wood for a snow storm, are we ever going to get one. just had a dustying today, so we brunned some of our wood, but waiting for that big snow storm, or should we just go ahead and brun it?
summer, fall,spring… what’s missing.. oh yea.. WINTER. I am in upstate New York and we have virtually nothing here for snow. I can look out my back window and see ‘grass’… everyone complaining no snow to ride snow machines…. I think Mr. Almanac might have gotten this one wrong for some folks.
Thankfully, this was inaccurate this year. We’ve not had more than a dusting here in Central Indiana this year and it’s February 7th. Winter is almost over and it’s stayed reasonably warm. Last year we had snow on the ground for the majority of the winter. This time last year it was in the 20′s 30′s. This week? We seen a 56 degree day and several others that were very warm. If Indiana weather would just stay like this each winter I’d be set!
It is freezing here in arizona in the beebin morning
Ashley, On October 12, we call for “Fair” weather. Congratulations!
You were right about the dry, mild SE. Down in Florida we are staying at 70-80s and crispy dry with wildfires.
I live in eastern missouri and this has been a very unusual warm winter. so much for the blizzard like conditions that were expected. guess that means we are probably in for a very hot and humid summer. i can’t believe how terribly wrong you were about the predictions for this winter.
This is completely wrong for Maine. We are getting an awesome winter compared to what we have gotten over the years….with little to no snow and sooooooooo far maybe 3 storms where the snow was gone days later. Temps in the 40s instead of teens. Good things have been happen weather wise. So this its sooooooooo wrong!
Are we gonna get snow in long island ny in 2012?
We are planning a wedding for October 12, 2012 in southern ny, what can we expect?
How about eastern PA, the Philly area?
is chesterfield va gonna see any snow ? febuary march ? 2012
Wow I bet you feel stupid. This has been the warmest winter with the least precipitation in my 35 years of life. I live in Rochester NY. They say we’ve received nearly 2′ of snow this year…which is unlikely. However I guess if you add a 1/4″ here and a 1/4″ there….I guess anything is possible. Every week since November has seen at least one day in the 40s. Smh.
Here in Nebraska it’s been very comparable to a Florida winter. I’ve visited Florida many times during January and February and had I done that this year it wouldn’t have had the same affect. I wouldn’t have been escaping any type of cold or snow. I love the warm weather so I’m in no way complaining…73 on Thanksgiving, upper 60′s on Christmas, upper 60′s and lower 70′s for the end of January, beginning of February…this is my type of weather. Now all we need here in Nebraska is an Ocean with a beach and we’re set
Even though we’ll probably pay via a mild drought, I can handle this! I hate the cold and I hate the snow so I’m absolutely loving this year….no daily complaining as in years past and my seasonal depression didn’t pay me a visit this year. Even if we do get nailed for the next few week, big deal, winter’s on the downhill. What a crazy winter!
Is winter over for st louis. Or will we have another cold shot. Its been warm, bad for me. How about some snow.
I need some snow and cold weather in Pittsburgh! Is it going to happen?!
Well, let me restate that. They got it very wrong for the midwest, especially states like IL,MI,IN, and OH. If they had extended that warm forecast over to our area they would have been spot on. But they didn’t.
I think we can safely say Farmers Almanac got it wrong this year. Even if the rest of winter turned out cold and snowy, it wouldn’t be that bad. Better luck next year on your predictions
You have predicted extremely cold, avereage snow for my area in northeastern Illinois No snow on ground, lakes are not frozen, so far has been upper 40′s lower 50′s. I’ve lived out here since 1960, never saw this before
what snow, here in Ct. seen not much of winter feels like spring….
will it snow here in central va??
I live in New Hampshire, and we have had no storms so far and any small accumulations have melted. Will it ever snow here?
Winter? We’re in NH, there is no snow to be seen!
hey i live in massachusetts and we haven’t had much snow and it is has been in the 40′s and 50′s. Is there going to be any snow at all. like a good blizzard. just wondering.
So in southern Virginia….Franklin county and such are we gonna see any snow?? when??
I have to say you are spot on for the weather where I live (NW Mississippi in a burb of Memphis, TN). It has been warm & wet. Lots and lots of rain so far & we have been in the upper 60′s many, many day. I never thought I would say this, but I want some snow (We are Yankee Transplants – lived in Illinois 30 years prior to moving down here).
As usual, wrong wrong and wrong again
I would not take anything these guys say to heart. This Winter? They have never been so way off. Their “detailed forecast” has had everything opposite so far. You cant predict weather so far in advance…you guys should know that.
wheres the snow for richmond va ?
yoverizon,
Probably not until April, but our predictions for the whole year were released in September. You can read our entire long-range forecast if you pick up a copy of the book, or even just purchase the forecast for your Kindle, Nook, or iPad. http://www.farmersalmanac.com/digital/
What can we expect to see in columbus ohio come february? Any snow? I plowe snow and we sure could use it!
When is the Summer ’12 outlook going to be posted on the website?
If you compare farmers’ prediction and the actual weather from weather.com, you can see farmers’ was WAY off! Good luck next time farmers’, if anyone will still believe what you say.
Hi, we live in Georiga and there is no snow! It gets cold but no snow plz write back and tell me what you think.
Beautiful but very disconcerting weather in NM. After hot fiery summer in 2011 we are not building any snow pack nor aqua fir for possible repeat of same in 2012. Scary and “extreme.”
Dayton, oh here. With no good freeze, what’s the prediction for bugs this spring, summer?
So it’s you people causing us to have all this snow in WI…….
Ah Hah !
LOL
What is it looking like for Tennessee this winter are we going to get any snow at all !!
Why the weather in Baltimore is hot when is supposed to be really cold. (Today was 65 degrees) when last year was like 5 degrees at this time of the year
I live in Tennessee will we see any snow at all this winter ?
Hmmm….. Michigan temps have averaged in the mid 30′s and its Jan 26. 30 Day forcast calls for the same weather. We have had two mild snowstorms, and far more rain. What gives Mr. Farmers almanac?
What will Pittsburgh Pa weather be like? So far it has been such a mild winter and I really am missing the snow
warm weather in arkansas with a lot of rain hmm
Hi, I’m in NC and it seems like spring is already here. We will see some colder weather or snow? Thanks
How about for Elmira, New York? It’s been pretty decent so far. Temps in the high 30s, lots of rain, maybe 3-4 inches of snow. But how’s it looking for February?
what is a good website to find how much rain did hamilton get
GP – I would need a location to give you a forecast for that date.
im in southeast missouri and we havent had a dusting of snow this whole winter and its been about 50 all winter are we going to get any snow yet this year
What about Baltimore/Towson? Is there any big snow storms you think are coming? Feb.? March?
I plan to get married on 12/21/12. What can I expect for weather…any other considerations?
where is the snow in pittsburgh we have got 6 inches wow 6 inch were is the snow the weather pepole ar liers
I’m from Cincinnati Ohio are we going to see any snow at all or just rain and thunderstorms ?
In chesapeake, va and HATING this wet winter. Wtb SNOOOOOOW!! /sigh
how much snow is predicted for Salem,Va?
thsnkd
betty
I live in Springfield, MO we are having above normal temps????? No snow yet, can we expect any this winter?
January is better than December!! Why? because in December, the only snow we had (in Somers) was a flurry and that’s it!!! The rest of the month was extremly mild and rain inculding the end of December. But now in Somers, and all of the Hudson Valley, has bitter cold tempretures and the is 6 inches of snow on the ground.
I live in Hudson valley NY. how much snow are y’all predicting for us?
I live in Joplin, Mo. Weather for the past month has been completely unpredictable. Forecasters predict warm weather & it’s freezing & then the opposite. Why is it becoming so hard for them to predict? I’m not looking forward to another terrifying spring & I’m scared that once again we won’t see it coming until it’s too late.
Hi just came on your site very interesting. Im in Northern ,Northern California. We are known for rain from oct- apr. We are just now getting it in mid jan. Been extremely frosty up until now. I was wondering what is in store for the next 2 months. I also have plans for a outdoor wedding near the end of oct. What do you think
Hello! Do you know if February will be colder and snowier than this January? This is about right. In Virginia we have had above normal temps and it has been pretty wet. Im sure hoping for some good snows this winter. I miss the snow so much!
Hi Marilyn,
Unfortunately, it would be cost-prohibitive for us to produce a large-print edition at this time. However, you can buy a PDF, which can be re-sized to your preference, here: http://www.lulu.com/product/ebook/2012-farmers-almanac/18833313
I am just wondering why the almanac isn’t avaiable in large print.It would be a lot easier for me to read.I always by and read it several times cover to cover
Hi, was just wonderind if southeastern mass would see any accumulation of snow? I like snow and always hope for one really big snowstorm lol…thanks
What About Around Birmingham Area . ?
I’m in Gadsden Will Alabama See some December 25th Snow like Last year of 2011 or A Blizzard of 93 ?
Yay more rain for oregon… blah.
Thank you for the wonderful and accurate research i am in baltimore maryland will we get snow in 2012
Im in Pittsburgh, Pa and we have seen more rain then snow which isn’t usual, do you predict a good amount of snow in the near future? Is so around when.
listen me’s in grade 2 and i go on my sled to school, but dum thing is that i hav to sta clos by my big brother in grade 8, i live near iqualit and we have a liitle over a meter of sno and minis 43
hey Marilina told you to look on the farmers almanc everyone is cring about no snow and now we sit up here teasing them it’s awesome, listen to this guys and you will cry harder. We had no school for 2 week around in begining of December because of the blizzard.
Its awesome out here in Iqualit we’ve got about a meter of snow and we go everywhere on our sleds, I couldn’t complain. man I even take my seld to school and I’m only in tenth grade all my friends do to, and at noon hour all us grils have a blast with our super, duper sleds
We live in Knoxville, tn. Not much of a winter so far. Very mild. Are we in for a good snow when we least expect it?
You guys think it’s dry now..wait til summer comes and you’ll be begging for rain…I see another heat wave of ’93 coming…and not to mention a very active hurricane season…people the sun cycles predict what the weather will be like on earth and this is going to be a very active cycle for the sun this year…be prepared…
this is off so far for iowa…. we dont even have any on the ground and i got snowmobile feaver…. this sucks bring on the snow
Waiting for snow here in buffalo
Anyone who claims the ability to predict the weather more than 1 week in advance must have attended the Harold Camping school of meteorology.
Here across the midwest (and most of the country) we’ve had record heat, little to no snow and it is mid January! Very white and wet indeed. I SAY GOOD DAY, SIR.
Spot on for buffalo so far! However I would really like to do some snowmobiling, whats the chance of good snow cover for the rest of winter?
“The initial week of January was the driest in history. And more than 95 percent of the U.S. had below-average snow cover – ”
http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=whats-causing-dry-winter
Wet wild winter? Not so much
Wen will the snow end in northern Indiana? And wen will spring start coming?
Athena, you can see that forecast here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
Loren Lapp, If you look at the map, we called for “above normal temperatures” in Pennsylvania.
Its usually snowy at this time of year in Virginia. We havent had the first snowflake yet… just plain old rain. I sure hope february is better but snow just isnt happening this year. Its been too warm. Winter ’12 = worst winter
ROLLIN BIG POWER IN THE SNOW IN BUFFALO AREA
this is a lot of BS. I live in pennsylvania and the low hasnt even gotten down to 32 yet we havent had one snow and its mid january! you farmers need to re-calculate !
The first winter of a winter La Nina is always wet/warm. We broke the rain gauge here in Ohio. Not much snow or cold. Very warm most of the winter. Now, in Jan 2012, the real winter with a foot or more of snow and temps well below freezing is upon us. The next winter will be colder, the 3d winter is the coldest of the La Nina winters according to Joe Bastardi.
Is Chesterfield/Richmond Virginia going to get snow this 2012?
Cate: we had heavey snow here up-state in somers, NY yesterday!
Getting mArried feb 18 2012 in Brooklyn ny. Any prediction what the weather will be like. Thank u
What’s headed for Detroit, Michigan?!
I live in South jersey, I hope we get at least one big snow storm this year! We’ve had a lot of snow the last few years, but so far it’s been too warm for the season. Supposedly the second half of winter (February and March) is going to be a lot colder with some snow potential. Keeping my fingers crossed!
My name is Dana and i’m wondering what the wheather is going to be like this winter in Northwest Arkansas?
I’ve already seen a few comments asking about Oklahoma but no answers. I live in southern Oklahoma, we have a national park that literally dried up very early into the summer. It was miserable, what’s the point of summer if you can’t go out on the boat or swimming. Were a lil ways into winter now and I haven’t seen any snow and barely any rain. Are we getting any snow this winter? Will this winter and spring be wet enough to bring our park back to life?
Hi. I am a farmer just 35 miles west of Boise, in Wilder, Idaho 83676. What does Jan-march 2012 look like in regards to moisture? Been pretty dry here.
Wondering what the weather conditions for the Syracuse NY area should be and when approximately it could be expected. Thanks!
I live in Northwest Iowa we have had one good snow and thats it.
Im also in Southeast Michigan. City is Dearborn, and we have only had snow three times since winter started. And it was “>1 in” amount all 3 times.
I hope we get atleast 1 real snow amount, atleast 4” for sledding. Just 1 day i hope. also tomorrows snow is >1 in it says on weather.
I was wondering if its going to drop a good amount of snow in the beginning of 2012 here in kansas. Its only snowed twice, once in oct and now today, but it calls for temps to be in the 50′s the rest of the week
No need for snow now it’s not Christmas anymore!!
We live in DC and haven’t seen hardly any snow. Is it gonna stay this way?
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i live in indianapolis and its mid january right now, the grounds should be frozen, it should be freezing here, but instead it’s warm like spring….. i have spring flowers coming up in my yard and my bushes are buding! this is not normal at all. which has me alittle scared cus the poles are shifting and are earth is waking up with violent volcano eruptions and earthquakes. we were all warned about this threw the mass animal die offs around the world at the begining of 2011, which everyone either ignored or still have no idea about. your local news stations arn’t going to provide you with these stories, you have to go search for them on the net. now weird drilling noises are echoing in the skies all over the world. people are posting these strange noises on youtube. i have heard them to but i that it was construction workers working on the streets nearby until i found out that it was happening everywhere, like the earth itself was groaning. we need to wake up people!
I live in the bootheel of missouri far northeast corner of arkansas . What should we prepare ourselves for? Ice? Snow? Or lots of rain?
I’m a mail carrier in Western KY, what should I expect this winter?
I have a little boy praying for snow. We live in Van Buren, AR. Are we likely to see any.
Regarding Sierra Nevadas and Lake Tahoe Region. “Dry as a bone and increased fire danger” Resident of Lake Tahoe area. Heavenly Ski Resort has only snow in area and it is all man-made. Temps are closer to Fall like conditions with below freezing nights. Days quite clear and pleasant for Jan. around 43-53 day temp. Get nice cloud cover from US gov. farming the skies for rain just before frontal changes. Corn rows of comtrails with hopes of seeding incoming weather to produce precip? Who knows. All I know is we should have at least 5ft snow around house this time year. Cheers to the New Year Ya all!
I live in lower michigan and got maybe 1in of snow this year ( 2012 ) and no ice anywhere and no snow anywhere. will we have any significant amount of snow this year in lower michigan?
I buy the farmers almanac every year, but – no offense, guys – I think you’re way off base this year. It’s January 11 and we have no ice on Lake Erie. It’s supposed to be 50 tomorrow. There’s no snow in the Northeast, very little in the West and nothing happening in the Great Plains. We Great Lakes folks may see some lake effect storms yet, but it’s pretty clear that the albido factor (reflectivity of light due to snow cover in winter) is way behind this year. My bet is a LOW snow winter, not a high one. Lots of scientists are now beginning to connect specific weather patterns to climate change. We may have floods, we may even get some whopper snowstorms. But my gut says this will be a much less snowy winter than last year.
I’m from middle tennessee and I just absolutey love snow! We definately don’t get as much as the noethern states but I always hope! You predict wet and mild temps this year for us, so I assume that means rain,but, will there be any snow at all? There hasn’t been any yet for us this year. Just a flurry.
Hi I live in virginia the southern part will we see snow this winter at all hope so!!!!!!!!!!
How about raleigh nc? I love snow but its been so so warm. Will we get ANY snow?
How about Dayton Ohio??? Snow please!!!
I live in New England and our winters are usually cold and snowy. so far it has snowed in October and nothing since. yesterday was 60 degrees out!@ I dont know who pissed of mother nature but can you pleas apologise? I miss my normal snowy winter!
I live in Preston, Missouri near The Lake of The Ozarks, what will my winter be like? So far very mild.
Havent seen any comments about the western Nevada slopes, how bout it? It’s January and no precip. Since November 20. I hope we get hammered…:))
Anybody know anything about ky. I keep hearing different weather forcast.
I live in Neosho, MO. What is our winter going to look like?
I live near Joplin MO. What is our winter going to look like?
I live in mass. How bad for us this winter?
I live in massachusetts how bad is this winter going to be?
inner mtn pnw ne or… Seems.no precip and high 40s so far. Are we in for longer winter track again… Last yr we had snow till june…and really wet n wilder????? plzz explain jamie… Thxs pmc
Where is the snow in utah?? The snowmobiles are still in storage and waiting to be unleashed. When is it going to snow here???
What about coldwater michigan? Its been crazy warm and wet.. is that whatt we should expect for the rest of the winter?
We are ready and willing for a heavy snow in sw iowa..any chanc,e of forfilling our snow mobiling dreams?
I live in Ponca City Ok. Last summer was really bad. What does the summer of 2012 look like?
Is snow comin? North dakota sure aint seen anything yet?
This is funny to me… I live in MICHIGAN. And there is still not “cold as normal” temps nor is there any SNOW!!!! WHY!?!?
What happened to the snowy winter?? quite the opposite what you predicted. the winter has been horribly above normal temps, very dry in minnesota. Will need much above normal snow/ precip to bring lakes, soil moisture back to normal.
What will the weather be like for Tyler, Texas February 2,2012 to February 18, 2012?
I live have lived in Connecticut all my life now age 49. I have never experienced a winter like this. BRING ON THE SNOW!!!!!
Brenda, You can see those dates right in our long-range forecast: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
I live in Clearlake, California, Lake County, the weather here has been cold and dry, we need lots of rain to fill the lake, most of the businesses here depend on the Lake in some way for there lively hood, including myself. I am retired and have a Catfishing guide service. I see the forecast is for a dryer than normal year for us, hope mother nature gives us some rain.
i would love to see it snow every other day for 3 months in massachusetts
I live in central Montana and with this prediction of lots of snow and cold, I think is wrong, we have been in the high 50′s and high 40′s all winter so far, this time last year we had over 3 ft of snow so far this year 8in or so. Setting record temps.
Live in small town near Asheboro NC. Usually look at the Farmers Almanac to judged how much bad weather was coming. To see how much hay would need for livestock.
cant wait for some snow coming over
Wow, SW Iowa in January so far has been wonderful!! I am about to plant radishes (LOL)!! Is it safe to do so or should I wait a while? It’s just so nice and I bet they would grown too!!
What is the weather looking like in January and February for Southwest Missouri? Which i live in around Monett Missouri area.
I was just wondering what’s in store for the central Adirondacks this month? I have a snowmobile trip planned and am starting to wonder if I should put a for sale sign on it and buy a lawn chair.
Hi what’s the weather looking like in southern IL for the winter…and if snow about what date should we see it?
Okay so I live in Cambridge Maryland and in 2009 we had a huge blizzard and these were the type of conditions that were said for that year and this year does this possible mean cambridge Maryland and or the eastern will get another blizzard this year. thanks, kailee
I am planning a 90th birthday party for my mom for Feb. 26th 2012. Do you have any idea what the weather may be like the 25th thru the 27th?
Farmers almanac is very wrong this year. 45f in late december in chicago. Proof you can’t rely on anything these days. Spring may be early. Maybe even february.
For anyone else who would like to ask the magic website how they’re winter will be. Go ahead and scroll up and look for a location near you. Im sure after 659 questions with differing geographical locations you can find one to suite your needs;.
Listen people…they make PREDICTIONS…not REALITIES. This is a year like 50% of the other years. Half the time they are right and half the time they are wrong. For you in the Chicagoland area like me that read we were supposed to get above average snowfalls and arctic cold….well this is the 50% wrong year as you could of guessed. We will be lucky to see 20 inches of snow this year (more like 10-15) and average temps will be higher which we should all enjoy. Now I made a PREDICTION. Who do you think will be right? Maybe I should get paid….
You guys were dead on!!
Stephanie, That depends on your location. Please visit our long-range forecast to see our specific regional predictions for that date: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
I live in sc. Are we going to get any snow??
We live in the branson area of missouri just wonderin how bad our winter might get
Will WV see a lot of snow this year?
I am cuurrently in berks county pennsylvania and im curious to know when were getting snow.
I live in victorville california are we going to get any snow this winter or we just going to have 50-70 degree weather? I would like to see at least 4 inches or more i keep praying for it., but it is not working….:-(
What type of winter can greensburg pa 15601 expect this year
No snow in Brooklyn, NYC? Please tell me I am readjng it wrong.
This winter is horrible….I live in Va and we normally do not get alot of snow but this year it is still 60 degrees in december what is giong on this really sucks will it ever be winter this year?!?!?!?!?!
Any snow, sleet or ice coming my way in Augusta, Ga. Farmer’s Almanac was so right last year, we had lts of beautiful snaow and would love to know if we can expect it again 2012/
Any snow predictions for north western Mississippi?
this stinks il has got now big snow this year
I am from Southern Illinois and I want to know what kind of weather are we looking at for this year? Is there any snow insight for us
Hi–Being a snow lover ,I am glad to see so many like myself here !!! I too have been frustrated with the lack of winter weather here on the Cumberland Plateau—any idea when we will see snow???
My wedding is on February 11, 2012. Should we expect snow?
Yaaaaa no snow for Maine YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE Rain ok snow i don’t want it
Can Maryland PLEASE at least get some real snow? I hope old man winter will wake up some time soon.
It’s 56 degree and windy here in Knox county ky. This can’t be right. Is the snow gonna come or is this what the winter is gonna be
i live in so cal and am soooooo bummed about this prediction.i know it sounds crazy but im sick of.the sun and THE WIND!!!!!it has not stopped fora monthnow.maybe a slight break here or there!!! is it going to be like this all winter cuzmy bags are packed if so.does this mean a drought?
Um……..here in chicago there is NO SNOW….. just wondering if there is any way that you can refund the money i spent on fixing and updating my snowplowing trucks and buying my material for the upcoming” white and wet” winter farmers almanac predicted? just kidding, but it has been a disappointment so far going into the new year. Here’s to hoping for ALOT of snow for the remainder of the season….
what about southwest ohio? I am wishing for snow and so far nothing
What weather should I expect SW of Philly, bordering the Mason Dixon?
WHERE IS THE SNOW?????? I am in Maine and we have only seen an inch a couple of times before it is promptly removed by rain or 45-50 degree weather. this is horrible. i have the snowmobile all ready to go and all i can do is look at it. not what i was hoping for after last winter. horrid.
I’m in new Hampshire how’s it looking for snowmobiling here hoping for alot of snow but looks like we will only get rain and snow mix. Tell me I’m wrong and we will get lots of snow!
right about the wet part our poor yard wont be solid til next august and some of our friends have some horses and are praying for the ground will freeze but with guessin Gary at jackson said it will be 63 degrees i cant complain my friends cant either til the horses get hungry and the mud grips and the 4wds come out
At least here in MD we had a snow in October…so much for the bad winter the weatherman predicted! The bright side—-we have not lost power since the hurricane!!!
Hey, so I am in Northeast we had a great snow year last year, I am so waiting for the snow.Will we be lucky enough to het a good storm or two, I just live it absolutely love snow….when is it Comming ..thanks ..
Hi, so I live in northeast and I am dying for snow, a realy good storm we had so many last yearany chance for snow here and soon.,
Rain, rain, rain. All Maryland gets is rain. Whats up with the snow? Its already January, and NO SNOW! This has been a real bust.
Hi, I live in northern MD. I am wondering if we would get a lot of snow for our area. I also hope we do, because school is stressing me out! [PLEASE LET THERE BE ANOTHER BLIZZARD, LIKE THE BLIZZARD OF 2010!]
I have to agree with this so far we have had above normal temperatures and it has been more stormy and wet across Connecticut. And here are some reasons why…..First of all The Northern Atlantic Oscillation is in a positive phase (last year it was negative meaning High Pressure came from Greenland and locked in cold air from Canada to the west, the jet stream set up shop and kept producing one storm after another….this year the NAO is still positive….also we also look at the Arctic Oscillation and we are in a La Nina pattern thus far…..I am currently learning about this as i work my way of becoming a meteorologist. Figure id share my input on this.
SE PA – what about us?
Hello,
We are looking to do a snow skiing weekend in North Carolina for January or February around the Beech Mtn area or whereever the skiing would be best for that area. Any ideas which weekend would be the best snow wise? Thanks.
Rene,
Our predictions are made two years in advance, and we never change them.
Where’s the snow! Michigans snow is really lacking even in the northern part of the state. You report very white/wet. Not from what I see. We actually have less snow than normal this season.
I want to go snowmobiling without having to drive to Canada.
I know we are just finishing 2011 but we are definitely below average for our snow fall at a mere .55″ and our temps are above average. For winter 2012 you have predicted normal temps with average snow fall, what will that look like? When are we expected to be getting snow?
I live in DC metro area. Just got a new ski jacket for my birthday, but there is no snow. It’s bumming me out. Maybe will have a cold March. I would hate for the season to only last a half of Jan and Feb.
Chicago has been unusally warm, it is 45 degrees here today and no snow. This is definitely abnormal for this time of year. Do you backtrack on your predictions if there is no snow and abnormally warm temps?
Where is the snow for northern Indiana? I’m going crazy with all this warm air and rain!
Southern WI and Northern I’LL have been having unusually warm weather (well…not warm, infact too cold for me, but warm for here) and have yet to get any snow that sticks………are January and February suppose to bring all the snow we haven’t gotten nd then some or are we suppose to continue with this “mild” winter? We’ve only had a handful of days with any snow at all and most I believe were rain/snow mix
I live in Western North Dakota. We had record snowfall last winter something like 180 inches of snow. They predicted over 200 inches this year. Here we are almost Jan and don’t have any snow and the temps are in the upper 40′s today! It’s coming im afraid, but I’M LOVING it thus far
Brown Christmas or not!
Yeah, How about it? Any snow fall for North Alabama in 2012? We love the snow because we do not get it often.
I want snow for northern Alabama will it snow this December 2011 or on January 2012
12/27/11/ so far no snow
how will the winter be for New Jersey?
I wish Louisa Ky would get some snow so I could have a snow day from school!
Hi there! I live in central Michigan (in the middle of the mitten). I have farther to drive to work this winter. Will I be driving more in sun, rain, ice, or snow? I am hoping for an easy winter that slips into a glorious spring that makes a perfect foil for a beautiful summer to emerge…one can dream
I think that it will snow cause it looks as though it is right know jk
BUT WILL IT!!!!!!!!
We live in the middle of the Michigan lower peninsula “the mitt”. We are missing our snow … will we see more snow or rain in Jan/Feb?
Jimbooo,
If you’d read our forecast, you would know that we didn’t predict snow on Christmas for your area.
How about travelers rest sc?
how does this years winter look for NW Ohio ?
hi I live in NW ohio are we expecting a snowy winter this year ?
I live in central Illinois and I was wondering if anyone had any idea of what winter is to bring for us this year?
I’m wondering which planet they are forecasting for. It’s certainly not the one Milwaukee, WI is on. It’s Christmas Eve and there’s no snow on the ground to be seen. It’s not even cold enough to frost my car windows.
I am sooo Sick of this warm weather in Va. this Dec. Some people’s income depends on cold weather
What happened to the “worse than last year” winter that was predicted for the Chicago area? It has been so warm here 40′s and rain and cloudy days. We’ve had only an inch and a half of snow and it melted quickly! 40′s for Christmas day?!?! I feel robbed of a beautiful white Christmas!! I love snow!
My Grand Daughter Cadence Jade,called me today, asking which day will snow start…she said Grand Ma” Look it up on the Computer on Internet’ Please will it snow for Christmas? ask Grand PA” SO Mr. Caleb,PLEASE Oh Tell me when It Looks Like SNOW will assume Its position In Murphysboro Illinois?” ive Got a 6 years old sweet heart with her Heart set on fluffy White Play Time! Im here in New Jersey……and it is bitter sweet,I have my 2 adult children home this Christmas, But NO SCOOTCHEY Kooch’ that is her Pet name’ some times she calles me nama Linner’….But we are Both Artists…..I Lover HE so….
say cheeze
What about south central pa? Will we get any snow?
Gaga u were wrong…we live in Ohio and its been close to 50…no snow yet…..and its Dec 24…..
chicago is still semi warm! when will we see snow?
What about Western North Carolina?
Hello! How about Nashville is it gonna be nasty wintry weather in February? Driving to MO from Florida and was wondering! Thanks
Any observations for chesapeake, VA? So far, wet cold rain, but we need at least some flurries, ya know? God’s peace and glory for you all at Christmas!!!
I live norhwest of st Louis we have just been rain and warm temps. I have a landscape company and had to invest a lot of money this year to fix the mayhem from last winter. Are we going to see a good amount of snow this year still please any info you can give will be great. I’m flatt broke.
I live in troy mo. Where is the snow hear all its done is rain and the temps have been in the 40 s and 50 s I have a landscape company and wihout snow I’m going broke. Are we going to cool down soon or is it a busted winter we have the percip just not the cold
Any snow chances for Raleigh,NC?
So far the southwest is not dry like predicted for 2011 & 2012 winter. Been getting steady winter storms in new mexico.
Will Maryland see a lot of snow this winter?
Jaime, I live in south central PA. We’re having temps in the 40s now. Fires this mean less, snow this session? I hope so. Thanks!
So the people of Oregon want to know… Snow or no snow for 2011/2012 thanks
Whats it look like for atlanta, ga?
I was wondering if Binghamton NY would get a lot of snow this year…. hopefully
I want snow in Michigan bad, we snowmobile as much as possible whenever we have snow. Am I gonna ride this winter ?
Will Virginia get ANY snow ?
it’s still. 55 degrees here!
Same here in the great state of Michigan. We probably got only about 2 inches of snow until today, 40 degree temps. Wonderin’ when im gonna see the great white winter
Live in Buffalo NY, we’ve gotten about 1 inch of snow up until December! It’s 50 degrees out right now!!! Completely insanely warm, definitely weird.
Barb, I think you may be looking in a different Almanac. All of California is region 7 on our map. As for wet weather, we call for some rain and/or snow (depending on elevation) early next month.
i mean like seriously it snowed alot last year in georgia so there is going 2 bee more snoww this year than last year ahhhhh lol
What happened to the month of December in the Sierra Foothills just east of Sacramento. Hard to tell whether we are in region 2 or 3 due to the thick lines on the map page. We have had 2 hundredths of an inch since the beginning of December, and the prediction is normal in my copy of The Farmers Almanac. I am looking for the wet weather. When will we have it?
How much snow do you think Erie is going to get?
I’m from Boston, MA NO SNOW
we need snow because we own a plowing business and we have not got like none.
WE NEED SNOW
winter outlook for new york city and snow outlook
Hi there..WE WANT SNOW!!! What is in store for the western berkshires NY, MA, VT??
pls say great snowy storms;)
I am waiting for winter to kick in. So far two of the predictions for winter storms have been a bust for Missouri. I want it to be very cold and very snowy, not mild and rainy as it is right now. 41 degrees is mild compared to what it should be this time of year. And it is supposed to be in the 40′s tomorrow as well which is the first day of winter. I don’t understand it, we had hundreds or thousands more acorns on the oak trees this year than we did the year before and the 2010/2011 winter was very harsh in the cold and snowy department. I am hoping the cold and snow arrive soon! I’d love to have a great winter! From central Missouri
I live in the foothills of nc and was wondering if it is ever going to get cold this winter? So far 2011 is almost over and we havent had a winter yet. Please have good news.
I live on the il side of st Louis. Can you tell me how it will be here? When should we see snow? Thanks!
Hoping for a mild Michigan winter ??
Live in the traverse city area
No snow so far ! Any idea ??
I know we will not have snow for Christmas, but I live in north Idaho and we ave not seen really ANY snow this yeay compared to what we normally get. I am sad that my kids have not been able to sled…or do any other winter time activities. Can you shed some light on when and how much snow we will be expecting.
Thank you!!!
I was just wondering if anyone knew about snow this year for North Carolina? Like in the foot hills area:)
Hanna, If you look at our long-range forecast, we don’t predict a white Christmas for anyone.
Gloria and Amy,
Our forecasts never change. We make them roughly two years in advance using a nearly 200-year-old formula. Once we release it, we never backtrack. However, there are several other farmers’ almanacs on the market. Perhaps you saw another one’s forecast, then ours.
Anthony,
We do answer questions on this page, but not if the answers are already in the story above, or if we’ve already answered them in the comments below. We’ve gotten nearly 600 comments on this page. If we answered all of them – especially when the information is accessible, either in the story above, or on our long-range forecast page (which is linked from the story above) – there would be no time for anything else.
You do notice they can careless about this page, they never answer any of your questions. just figure IF you get snow it will be alot less than last year or well below normal unless you live in upper midwest which will probably see average snowfall. Keep an eye on the NAO to go negative if you want snow, and follow the GFS Maps for a rough idea of whats to come in the following few days, they update few times a day and can be close to accurate in short term (2-3 days). watch Henry Margusity’s daily videos, hes the best, at Accuweather.com click News and Video then click Blogs, enjoy
Hey! I was wondering when it will snow in Georgia. And what would be an estimated snow accumulation? Oh! And also, how many inches? I’m from New York and just moved to Georgia three years ago and I miss the cold weather so much…:( anyways, thanks!
What is predicted for Pittsburgh, PA? A lot of snow?
Hey what kind of winter will Rochester ny get this winter.
I am very dissapointed at the weather forecast for the mid atlantic corridor. I don’t even want to celebrate christmas.with these mild rainy temperatures. A white christmas was promised to us earlier and now its not. And a mild winter! You predicted earlier a lot of snow for the corridor. Now you are predicting slushy snow. For the winter with milx temperatures. Noone knows what god plans are. For the each day to come. I don’t even listen to you weather men anymore. You have lied. I just take everyday as god makes it.
Hey guys I live in missouri and I was hoping if anyone would know how bad its gonna get
I have got to say I am a little disappointed. I read this about a month ago, and it said we would get a blizzard 17-19th in the Northeast, and heavy snow from 20-24th. NOW it says something totally different! How can you change the results of the farmers almanac? Just curious. Cause now it does not look like we will be getting any snow anytime soon. I have bought the farmers almanac every year for a long time, and now I am wondering if I am wasting my time and money. If I buy the book that information does not get changed, so why did you change it online? Just Curious.
Amy
Berwick Me
I dont understand how people can predict weather for the next 6 months. local weather men cant even predict a week how can a group of people predict 6 months or the winter season. non of this is true take weather and everything around us day by day . Just like how people say december 21,2012 is the end of the world . no one can predict that its just a fairy tale fantasy and this is too.
I love the snow for my kids. but hate it myself. I work in landscaping and it’s the least favorite part of my job. It does a number on my body! I’d love to know what southwestern VA’s outlook is…for my benefit!
This whole thing has gotten many excited about having a white christmas. Well the weather people predicted that we would get the same as last year, but earlier. Were not even gonna have a white christmas by the looks of things. Really? We just want snow, and to have a white christmas. Thanks weather people for getting our hopes up /:
I’m in wall nj 08736. What will the weather be like for this year?
Where’s the snow??? I feel like I’m living in Florida @ Christmastime! So depressing!
How about michigan? 25 miles north of detroit
I am soo glad to hear that I am not the only person looking for some snow. I live in North MO near the Iowa border and it has been extremely mild weather. Yesterday, it rained all day with thunderstorms and temps reaching nearly 60 in KC. What?! If only it had been below freezing…. Anyway, it gets cold but up til this month, it didn’t seem like October or November around here. It was almost like Spring—wreaked havoc on my family’s allergies. It would be very cool one day and quite warm the next. Anyway, it’s very wet and cold now. We had a lite dusting of snow a week back but the sun melted it the next day. Looks like no white Christmas for us! Maybe January will be better…I am looking for a few snow days!!!
I live in Buffalo NY & we havent seen any snow yet this “winter” season! It rains almost every day but no snow-today its almost 60 degrees & its December 15th! Wheres the snow? I want a white Christmas!
I am in Rock Falls, IL and this area is supposed to be getting moe snow than anywhere in the country yet all we have so far is mid 40′s to mid 50′s and rain. Looks like “they” missed it this time.
Another big snowfall in anderson,sc. This year coming up. Sure hope snow. Love sledding
how much snow we will have in virginia and maryland?
Hi…we live in Plymouth, Massachusetts. What can we expect for snowfall this winter? We plow snow so the more, the better!
I live in Portland, Oregon and we’ve had an unusual fall…colder than normal and dry with sun…we never see this much sun in November and December…in fact we didn’t get this much sun over the summer. The temps have been in the high 20′s at night and 36-43 during the day. Mt Hood saw snow early, but it has leveled off. In fact this past weekend boarders and skiers were fighting slush and rocks during the day and icy conditions at night.
I commute between New York and Pennsylvania along the snowbelt region of both states that borders Lake Erie between Chautauqua Institution & Meadville. You guys claim a stormy, snowy winter……well, even though today there was a dusting of snow on the ground, I was out in a sweatshirt in forty-degree weather. All we’ve had is rain. We haven’t really seen the sun for weeks. The lake effect precipitation started in October, but we’ve barely been able to hit the six-inch mark for snowfall records in both New York and Pennsylvania.
Is there any snow in the forecast for us for Christmas? Please?
What is the weather going to be like in Indianapolis Indiana?
i am in lancaster county pa. Are we exspecting any snow this year?
I live in amboy WA. What can the Pacific Northwest (Portland metro area) expect for snow this winter?
Im live in rhode island its december 12 and we havent got any snow yet. Will this be a bad winter for us?
I am starting to get very concerned that it is gonna be a lower then average winter here in utah. Should I stay worried? What can you tell me as far as utah is looking for this year.
Does above average temps and stormy, wet mean lots of snow or lots of rain? I’m in eastern PA.
what about utah? Under average snowfall so far
I live in the piedmont of North Carolina, I was just wondering if we can expect any snow or winter weather at all for that matter this year? We’ve really missed out the couple years and hoping maybe I could get some good news from someone. Thanks Bradley
Probably not, Jenn,
Here’s our Christmas forecast: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/weather/2011/12/05/will-you-be-dashing-through-the-snow-this-christmas/
It’s funny how here in the Pacific Northwest we haven’t had a single drop of rain all December during a wetter than average winter. Plus last month we only had one big weak of weather and otherwise we had no weather at all. It may be that there’s just a high pressure system over the area and it’ll move through like any other weather system but boy has it hung around for a long time.
I live in Bethalto illinois are we expected to get much snow this year ? we are looking forward to some snow
We live in Kentucky are we going to see any snowy weather this year I hope so I really look forward to it
I live in winston salem nc will we see any snow this year I hope so
when is it going to snow in waukegan il christmas wont feel the same without snow
i live in peoria illinois,will i get to ride my snowmobiles this season???
I am in Allentown PA, how bad is going to be this winter for us, we want snow…thank you
When will Montgomery county PA see snowfall this winter? Will it be a white Christmas?
I agree with diana’s comment 2 or 3 below as well how much will we get thx!
How much snow would you say central Va is going to get? I heard there was a blizzard coming on Dec 18th…idk please help thanks!
I live on the coastal boarder of NC and Va. Last year we received one of the largest snows we had in years. What are the chances we have a duplicate of last years snow fall?
Hi im from missouri and i was just wondering if were gonna get a big chance of snow this year or a big chance of measurable snow fall if so text back at this message.
Wats our biggest amount of were suppose to get this year
will richmond have snow this year? we hardly ever have any
I love snow I live in eastern Ohio o want the biggest snow storm ever what can you tell me about that?
pleassseeee can you please tell me if we have any snow in NJ this year?
Hi, I was wondering what was in store for Burlington, NC? Will we have any snow this year??
So far Oregon has had cold weather but no snow and not much rain. Will there most likely be snow later early January February then?
How is it still so warm in tulsa oklahoma
I live in Franklin Georgia how’s the weather look for us
Will it snow in Richmond Virginia 2011-2012
Robin, Our readers have estimated that our predictions are 80-85% accurate. We are calling for the weather to be “squally,” which means wet and windy. The sun will set at 7:33 p.m. on the 14th and rise at 6:12 a.m. the next day.
what about virginia dc and maryland????
So how much snow is the pittsburgh area going to see?? Above average or wet like usal?
What’s winter this year looking like in Woodburn/ Portland Oregon. Perhaps any snow????
Winter 2011 and 2012 for Portland /Woodburn Oregon. We are hoping for a big snow storm they are hard to come by!!!
Hello I am in Western Oregon towards Portland any chance we will get some heavy snow storms? We love snow! But it seems hard to come by!
In Chicago and no snow, what’s the deal?
I’m in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. How does our upcoming winter weather look?
I live in Dayton, Ohio. What does our winter forcast look like for the season?
When will Maryland get hit with snow?
What about northern va?
is it supposed to snow a lot in kansas city this year? because it shows it might be too warm for any snow.
Hi-I am on a committee for our high school’s first senior celebration. One of the areas we are able to use and decorate is the outdoor courtyard. The date of our event is April 14, 2012 in Aurora, Illinois. What is the precipitation and temp outlook? We wondered if we should even plan on using this space. What time is sunset and sunrise? The event starts at 10PM on April 14 and ends at 5am on April 15. How often are you correct? I know you were right on for my outdoor wedding in May 1988. Thanks!!!
Heard the winter is going to be more extreme for the next few years here in ga..im hoping for more snow..is this to be true..
Is there a prediction on how much snow Mt. Hood will get and when?
Hey there I live in Virginia and I was wondering what you think our weather will be like this year?
What are winter and early spring 2011-2012in looking like for the Kansas City Missouri area?
What is the weather for winter and early spring looking like for 2011-2011winter for the Kansas City Missouri area?
Thank you.
I am from Reedsville WV and we typically have very cold temps along with a lot of snow. Can you tell me if we can expect the same this winter.
I am in NH, but I think that I may go to HELL this winter ~ I hear it is warmer there
What is the weather gonna be like in Washington state this year?
I live in Southern Maryland and was just wondering what kind of winter we were goin to have this year?
I’m getting married in January. Is there any snow during mid-month in Pennsylvania?
Is the Vancouver/Portland metro area going to get alot of snow this year?!
Our horses are extremely furry coming into winter… Are we going to have a very cold winter here in southwest Missouri?
when will we see substantial snow in minne”snow”ta (MN)?
We don’t predict earthquakes, Karen. Sorry.
Hi, Will there be a White Christmas in Cherry Valley, MA. this year???
Hi I was woundering r we expecting any snow this year in SC and in Charlotte I would love to see snow this year
Last year we had snow for a few weeks (but it really felt like months) and then it iced. I dared my friend to run down our steep driveway after it had iced. She did it, for some reason. But anyway, I kinda hope it DOES snow a lot this year; simply because I don’t want to go to work. I am 23 and work 1 hour away from my house, so if its “dangerous at all” (that’s what my boss says), I get to stay home. Bring on the snow
Hi, I live just a few miles from the epicenter of the august east coast earthquake in mineral, VA, just wondering if you have any predictions for any future quakes?
I live just outside the town of mineral VA, a few miles from the epicenter of the august east coast earthquake. Just wondering if you have any predictions of any future quakes for our area? I’ve heard rumored predictions of a possible larger quake.
Lindsey,
You can see up to four months of our predictions for free here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
When will be Louisville first big snow storm?
I live near Dayton, Oh. I’m getting married on Dec. 30. I would love a little snow. Any chances?
Can you please tell what type of winter we will be having in the Ohio valley area.
Any predictions on Spring in Michigan…early? late?
I live in north central pa and love to ride snowmobile will thier be any snow for us
We were just wondering if Salisbury north Carolina and Kannapolis north Carolina will see any snow this winter? We really hope so!!! Thanks so much!!
thrilled that i found this web site, as i am a hunter and was wondering what this winter has in store for the Northwestern part of Pennsylvania.
How does Saturday January 14, 2012 look like for southeastern Wisconsin? Snow, ice, sleet? We have a very important celebration at a reception hall?
Kim, You can see predictions for the next four months here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
We’re having a New Years Day wedding in Cleveland, Ohio. What’s the predicted temp?
How about North Carolina? Near Winston towards MT. Airy would be good to know. I want snow soon!!
What is the winter forecast for Missouri
How will Long Island Ny be? Just curioud
I live in Southern Illinois and was wondering white winter for us?
i believe nature as God intended it tells the story. about 1 week ago i saw a “wooly” worm that was brown with a black band @ both ends. doesn’t that indicate a comming weather forcast?
What is the forecast for the Twin Cities? Originally from the west coast, I’m dreading the winter and looking for a bit of optimism.
dont forget louisiana
What is expected for arkansas??
how about maryland?
What does the forecast say for South Dallas? I’m looking to be settled in by late February.
WhTaboutsnow&ice in the shenandoah & peidmont areas of central Virginia?
Last year Philadelphia Pa got over 50 inches of snow. The year before was similar. Is 2012 going to be as bad?
What weather will long island ny get
Im from Sioux City Iowa NW. I own a snow removal business. What can we except for snow fall this year?
Hi I’m in Jonesboro Arkansas knowing our weather is always hit or miss what can you tell me about this year as far as winter precip? Do we need to expect another ice event or just rain and little to no snow?
I live in Huntington,West Virginia. What’s the outlook for us?
What’s the snow prediction for Minnesota ?
Fredericksburg Virginia. I hope lots of snow?
I live near chicago what kind of snow are we looking at this year.
i am in central illinois. is there going to be alot of snow?
I’m from the suburbs of Detroit mi and near lake Erie our snowfall and rain our some the coldest the way its been raining and the constant wind blowing to 25 to 35 mph gust we already now were in for it band you never know what tomm brings
What about northern Alabama? Are we going to get any snow this winter?
Was wondering about what that means for us in Bradford, PA. Will we get a lot of snow or mixed precip?? Thank you!!
I live in southeast Oklahoma, what kind of winter will we have? Lots of snow, ice or rain!
Hi I was wondering if you could tell me about when the first snow fall will be in st.louis,missouri and how bad its going to be and are we gonna have a white christmas.
Hi I live in port orchard washington and I was wondering if we will have alot of snow this year? I really love the snow and really want to know
when is it going to snow in south carliona
what kind of weather can we expect in michigan this winter
I live 25 miles north of Cincinnati, more or less snowfall than last year?
Hey, i live in london ontario and i love to snowboard i am wondering if it will snow in december and about how much will be on the ground be by January?
How about the dead center of minnesota? Should I buy stock in the tow truck company like I should have last year?
Hi I’m from northern Va and i wanted to know if we are going to get snow. I brought my puppy over from Peru last winter and found that she really loves to play in the snow so im hoping we will at least get a couple of inches! Please let me know what it will be like in northern VA. Thank you!
Awesome
Whats the winter lookin like for south central kentucky.
Last year I believed. Y’all called for warmer weather here in Memphis. And we ended up seeing snow 2 times a week from Christmas. To feb 10th. I’m just saying. No one ever really knows but when Memphis. Usually. Has all four seasons. It means two things. In 20 years I lived here ice or one big snow totalling. 4 inchs or so
I think it’s up to Mother Nature to determine whats in store for us. Look at the doppler and jet streams and you can predict the weather on your own. But only a few days in advance. Nobody really knows what is in store more that 2 to 5 days ahead. Don’t believe predictions they are only 50% maybe accurate.
Hi I live in Louisville Kentucky are we going to have ALOT of SNOW……… like ………….mOre than last year …… Because I want to have a snow day sO I can gO sledding cause in KY we dOnt get to do that much
How about Tennessee? Around December. Will it be warmer then usual right?
Hey! I live in Mesa, Arizona. When is it going to RAIN?
I was wondering what the forecast will be for the Albany, NY area this winter. Did not get much snow in our area last year( directly south of Albany ). Would love to get out there and do more snow related activities this year!
For those of you asking for more specific information on your local weather, I have stated several times below that you can get up to four free months of forecasts here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
You just need to create a free membership, if you haven already, and make sure you’re logged in.
Is there going to be any snow in Virginia this winter?? If so when can we expect the first significant snow fall??
Again wondering if it will snow in michigan soon if so please tell me when
Hi, I was wondering since I am a really big snowboarded that if it is going to snow this year in michigan and when is it supposed to happen.
Hi, I live 30 min west of Philly I was wondering if we are gonna see any snow or just rain?
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Is it suppose to snow on christmas eve?? If anyone knows let me know please.
I like almanacs cuz they tell the truth most of the time and they are predicted by the motions of the moon.
If I’ve learned anything by living my entire life in the Philadlephia, PA region, is that there really is no such thing as a quiet winter. We get a mixed bag here in what I like to call the “lower northeast” – not quite the “it missed us again” Mid-Atlantic (DC), but not the blustery winter extreme that is New England either. In the Lower Northeast – we get it all and it can all happen pretty quickly. Normally a La Nina would signal a slightly warmer temp and slightly higher percipitation in the form of rain for the Lower Northeast. However, last year we had a La Nina effect as well and the area saw above average snowfall. In contrast, just a few miles south (DC) missed out on most of the snow.
In the Lower Northeast, it’s all about the jet stream, where the low forms, if there is a transfer of energy from a wimpy front out of Ohio or the Great Lakes, and if there is cold air in Canada to pull down. We can go from 50 and rain to 28 and a blizzard in a matter of just a couple of hours. And, based on my experience, unless the Atlantic is unseasonably warm this winter, which I have not heard reports of, the Philadelphia region will again skirt the front line and be nearly impossible to predict with any conviction. Kind of like the October snow storm. Philly got .30 inches of wet snow, gone before it even fell. Less than 20 miles North of the city saw six inches that stuck around a couple of days.
How about St. Paul/Mpls this year for 20122/2012 what’s in store for us as far as snowstorms and amounts?
Ben, You can see more more specific predictions here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
So far it’s been warm-warm-warm in IA! Every cold front is short lived, and doesn’t bring temps down nearly as far as initially forecasted, while every warm front yields even warmer temps than were predicted, and lasts for weeks at a time before meteorologists try to say it’s ‘coming to an end’ because of an impending cold front – but then of course the typical pattern plays out, the cold plunge is weak and brief, and within a few days we’re right back to above normal temps for long stretches of time. This was the exact weather pattern for IA’s mild winters that dominated for decades prior to 2005/2006 when we actually started having *real* winters around here again, like in the mid to late 70s.
Ha! Wetter than normal winter in the northwest! No offense but so far we have had about half of the average rainfall up to this date. Maybe we’re just having a late start. Also, what is the probability of valley snow for the Portland/ Vancouver metro area? Specifically in the outlying areas just north of Vancouver but still in the valley.
I live in bremerton Washington, what’s the expected forecast for winter 2011?
Wondering about the north Alabama region saw some awesome winter conditions last year wondered if we can expect the same thing or different conditions this year?
I am from Raleigh, NC and wondering if anybody has a more detailed 2011-2012 winter outlook forcast
WHAT DOES WINTER IN SHAKOPEE MINNESOTA 55379 LOOK LIKE
We live in the heart of the shenandoah valley, last year we had two pretty heavy snows, what does it look like for us this year? Thanks, Garland
When i check. It said snow for yakima first week of november and it was wrong.
Just curious on how Maine is going to do this year it always seems to be 50/50
Whats winter gonna bring us in seabrook texas
Wish I knew what the weather along I 40 from Amarillo to Memphis TN will be around January 29th and 30th. I’m a contestant in the International Blues Challenge and I’m trying to decide if I shd drive or fly since its imperitive that I check in on time. Thanks for your best prediciton, please. BBW.
Hey i was wandering how bad its going to snow in georgia i love the winter snow thanks guys
I just wish we could see some Christmas snow here in Bernice , Louisiana.. that would be so great because we never see a white Christmas and hardly ever have any snow at all.. ice maybe but that is no fun.
I would like to know what our winter is going to look like for olaton ky that’s western ky
Hi, I live in Bellingham wa. What is the chance for snow for this winter up here? Thanks!
What is Muscatine Iowa going to look like this winter?
Um, there is no wetter than normal in the Pacific NW. I can tell you our forcasr from now (beginning of November) till the beginning of June……..there’s little Bitty stinging rain, big fat rain, rain that comes down sideways, and sometimes, it seems like its coming right up from under you…..to quote one of the greatest fictional characters alive…..Forrest Gump!
Trish I have lived in Gainesville my whole life and never have seen snow .. It’s possible to have snow flurries but it’s only lasted about 20 min last year
How about Berwyn?
How about in fredericksburg VA will there be lots of snow
Todd, Portland falls into the green area on the map. Because of the moderating effect of the ocean, you guys generally see slightly milder winter conditions than up here in “central” Maine.
I live near Seattle, WA. Many locals think were going to have a lot of snow this winter.
Why is everyone asking about their specific city or state? Cant you read a map?
how does the winter weather look for northeast arkansas? I so hope we get some snow and no ice storns like we did a few years ago.
What about Portland Maine area? I see we’re on the fence. Just want to know your take thanx.
Weedsport NY had 200″+ of snow 2010-2011; I think they just stopped measuring. If we can cut it down this year to say maybe less than 3/4 of that, I would happy. I gotta move.
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IS BALTIMORE, MD WILL HAVE A MILD WINTER AND LESS ICE AND SNOW THIS COMING WINTER, THANK YOU
Hi, what about te Seattle area? I see wet. But does that mean rain or snow?
Here in north Alabamas 2010/2011 winter we had an amazing wonderland. Any chance of snow for our 2011/2012 winter?
What about central Indiana?
Whats the winter weather going to be in Dumas Tx
What about portland Maine… We going to have the winter from two years ago with only one storm or last years storms
What about central Illinois close to champaign and Bloomington?
hey do u know when it will snow in the newton conover area in North Carolina?
I live in Seattle Washington. its usually very wet and windy here but we don’t get a lot of snow. Is it going to snow this year?
I live in Monroe, WA, are we going to get any snow this year or just more rain?
Last February we had 16 inches of snow in Ellis County (Texas). Can we expect the same this winter?
What about west central Indiana? …what’s the prediction?
I do not agree with what it would say for the mid-atlantic. It’ll be story, yes. but I do not agree, but above normal snowfall – snowier than this.
Can you tell me, what your weather prediction is for the Ohio Valley area, 2011-2012
Thank you!!
Janet,
You can see our forecast for that date here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
WE LIVE IN CLARKSTON WA , ON THE BORDER OFF LEWISTON ID WAT KIND OFF WINTER DO WE GET THIS YEAR
Wow people, the weather is a naturally occurring thing, not something the good people of FA have control over. It is not their fault that millions are without power because of an early storm. Just sayin’.
So pretty much move to the southern hemisphere until May, right?
we are having a Fall Festival Nov.12 2011 in Sunset Tx. We need to know what the weather will be like , to have it inside or outdoors. Thank you Janet Jackson
I need to know what the weather will be on Nov.12 2011.In Sunset Tx.76270
How’s the weather gonna be in southern Missouri? Also planning on going on a cruise from Florida to the Bahamas at the end of January how will the weather be then as well?
VLO- We only publish one winter map. You might be looking at last year’s map, or one put out by another almanac.
Im confused, there are some outlook maps shows Virginia Beach in the mild part and some not, I can’t wait for some snow and hot chocolate on the side.
Please bring snow and cold this year and help me with my hot flashes!!!
i am in the lakes region Laconia New Hampshire whats our weather looking like for 2011-2012?
Don’t see how “prediction came through”, yes Northeast got pounded last winter but FA predicted average snowfall.
Considering the major snow storm that pounded the Northeast this past weekend, when do you expect that Chicago, Illinois will have its first snow of the season? and how bad will it be?
Hey I’m in winchester va in the shenandoah valley and would like to know what type of winter were expecting here.
Thanks
Chris
when will oklahoma city area get its share of winter snow. How much snow fall should we expect?
WHAT DOES THE WINTER FORECAST LOOK LIKE FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER OF 2011? MUCH SNOW AND ICE OR MORE RAIN?
Actually, David, we did predict that snow would fall in the Northeast over the closing days of October.
How much snow will we get in Central Virginia…Bedford county, campbell county, goode, and Lynchburg
Hello, Can you tell me what the weather for the New jersey & Philadelphia area is going to by like in 2011&2012 season?
Hey I plow in MN and I am just wondering what the snow is going to be like this year ?
How bad will it be in the Ohio valley northern panhandle of west Virginia wheeling
How much rain on the Central Coast of California-SF bay and Monterey Bay areas forecast for this winter.
i was wondering about the snow fall and the weather this year in 2011-2012 in northeast tennessee going to be like
Hi,
What can I expect in southern maine, I would love to have all the snow and cold temps I can get. Recent years have been terrible for snowmobiling, lack of snow and warm temps have ended the season early, what can i expect this year?
are we supposed to get snow in main this year??
Dear FA you need to think about updating your system. The Earth axis has shifted and thus the weather paterns have also adjusted. from where I am in Southern Indiana I can already tell we are in for a long hard winter. Packed with Snow. Do you beleave the Persimon seeds can predict the winter weather of the advancing year? so far all I have seen are spoons. Not Knives or Forks. also last year your forcast was off. so how can we rely on your forcast this year.. I figure it is all hit or miss. by the way did you predict an early snow fall for new york and surounding states? because as of yesterday October 29 2011 2.1 milion are with out power as more than 2 foot of snow has already fallen. so dear sirs and Mams of FA fix your system.
I’m getting married at the end of March in 2012. How bad will the weather be???
okay so we are going to get snow for Washington for pierce county
I read the comments and didn’t see anything about the South Puget Sound area of Western Washington, so I hope this isn’t a repeat. I live in Olympia, WA and am curious as to what we can expect. I love the weather here, true Western Washingtonian right here
So I would not mind extra rain or snow this year!
Looking for winter forcast for Chicago 2012…if possible thanks.
Any snow to break the rain up in Oregon or Washington??
Ok so will the PNW be getting any snow this year? Please something to break up the rain!!
I live in southeast iowa.what is the prediction for that area this winter 2011-2012?
i live in winooski vermont can you please tell me how it’s going to be my fiance and i have a bet going that it will be a very mild winter can you help in this please
Hi,
I was reading that the pac nw will experience wetter than normal weather. Are you thinking that will be in the form of rain or snow? Does it look as though it will be could enough to facilitate that or warmer and rainy?
Thanks!
What does it look like for South Bend,Indiana? We got hit pretty good last winter! is it going to better or worse for us?
How bout west central Missouri. Does your wet mean rain? Or snow? Love your almanac by the way I buy one from the store every year.
How’s the snow looking for coastal CT? I’m hoping for snow days my senior year:)
HAY WHAT IS THE WINTER LIKE FOR ST. LOUIS MO . HOPE NOT LIKE LAST YEARS.M.O.G IT WAS BAD MY JOB LET US STAY HOME NEVER SAW THAT IN THE 33 YEARS I HAVE WORK HERE.
I live in the Seattle area, is there any news on whether we will get some snow this year?
What does the weather look like for s.e. Iowa this winter?
What does South Central Kentucky look like this winter?
In pnw wetter than normal does that mean yakima is gonna see more snow than usual or rain?
I live in Pennsylvania the suburbs norhwest of Philadelphia I would like to no what the weather will b like
What about NJ? We got HAMMERED last year!!!! There was a storm every week!!!
I live in South Arkansas…how is our winter weather looking for 201-2012???
Hey I Live in Louisville KY where I work for UPS, how will my winter be with temps and snow? I work in storage and receipt of Glycol (Deice fluid) and would like to know what I have to look forward too! thanks
Melody
Hello,
I am in Northern Virginia or DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia) as others would call it. How bad is winter going to be for us?
Hi Jaime… I live in central Missouri, east of kansas city, hows our snow forecast looking? I see it says very wet but I’m not sure if that means snow, rain, or ice! Thank you!
I want a mild Iowa winter with not much snow or ice………. please, please with sugar on it!
Hi I live in Maine. I expect winter weather . will it be Ice – snow – rain which one should I be more prepared for or should I make A igloo and prepare for the worst . Thanks Keith
I live in southern California. Our winters are usually the same all the time. Some winters are very rainy, some not as much. I’m glad we don’t get really cold.
I was wondering when Dover, Arkansas would get the first snow??
I live in the North of Ontario , We have seen the wasp nest up high this year , But all the Bee`s next were all on the ground , i have counted the fogs and there was not that much to count , and our Gees are still here they have not left yet , What does this all mean ??
I Live in Roanoke VA, can’t wait hope to get some snow
Snow prediction for Mont airy, md
that is wrong. Texas is suppose to be dry and above normal temps. The north east is supposed to be a little below temps and way above average snow fall.
Idaho will be very cold with lots of snow this year…is what I’m hearing.
It will be nice to have fresh snow for Christmas so all the kids can play in the snow.
In south central pennsylvania I’ve been “reading” the wooly caterpillars every fall for the upcoming fall/winter weather season…the sighting this year was a ‘coatless’ wolly that implied a long and mild wall, 57 degrees on Christmas, and a mild winter to follow.
I live in Vandalia Missouri and I was wondering what I was supposed to expect for winter this year?? Hopefully not another blizzard like last year..
What will the weather be like for West Virginia?
So Texas weather has been really rough. We’ve lost crops and animals on our farm. We lost most of our fruit trees too.
We live ne of Conroe, Texas. Is there any hope for rain or cooler weather this winter?
I was wondering the projected outlook for Southern New Hampshire looks like for 2011/2012.
What I mean by small snow events is 1-3 inch mixed events though if you live in a favored micro climate due to geography you will get more squeezed out with higher amounts.
I bet rather then large snow events the Pacific Northwest will have several small ones where there is a lot of melting and refreezing allowing for ice days for the school systems.
With an active storm track I wouldn’t rule out an ice storm or two and a wide-spread wind storm 70+ which those of us in the PNW are over due for.
Will the PNW mountains have more snow then last years bust-o-rama?
You should’ve seen the mountains last January when the inversion came melting any remaining snow pack that fell in December’s hit and miss storms. It was chilly in the valleys but almost 70F up in the mountain passes and even some places on the beach had 60+ spell for several days.
January felt anything BUT what mother nature said.
what kind of snow is there predicted for holgate ohio for 2011 school year to the first thaw
Dude its always bad in Buffalo
live in georgia.wondering what kind of weather we are going to have next year.
Also are we going to have another blizzard in Springfield Illinois !!!!!!
Hi I live in Springfield Illinois are we in for a lot of snow this winter I plow snow and spread salt for ice need to order salt for this year thanks.
I live in Southern Oregon in the Rogue Valley, we had a pretty weak winter last year. What does it look like for us this winter?? I am hoping for more rain and snow!!!
I am in Indiana. How bad is it going to be for Knox IN
My zip code is 58474 what is this winter going to be like for us?
So how is the winter looking for the mid to northern va area then so far all. Ur predictions have been on point
What kind of winter are we going to have in Council Bluffs IA/ Omaha NE area?
I live in far east Texas Panhandle, Miami, Tx. we are like every where in tx, dry, dry,dry. Just wondering, the way I read it. We are in the southern plains, right, or central? If that’s right, it means, if I read it right we are going to have unreasonably warm temp, which will bring moisture.
Angie,
We had to stop responding to comments on this thread because there were just too many to keep up with, and because we believe our outlook stands for itself. You can see just by glancing at the map that we are calling for it to be “wet and mild” in Arkansas this winter. If you’d like more detail than what is provided in this overview, you can read our long-range forecast. We provide up to four months for free here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
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What about Luray, Virginia??
lots of snow I hope
When is it going to start to snow in minnetonka MN
I was reading through the comments and never saw the response for AR. Will you please tell me if we going to have a rough snowy winter
I’m in the Dallas area. North Texas. Please can someone tell me if we are expecting colder, heavier precip this year, or, continue this killer drought right through the winter?
Eve, Nevada is in SW Missouri
I live in…i guess you would call it “northern central” michigan on the lake huron side. Tawas city is the town.. Any idea on the weather for us for this winter? We saw a ton of snow last year, so just curious on what to expect this year! Thanks!
Hello I live in SE Oklahoma, what kind of weather are we expecting?
I am wondering about the snowfall for northwestern michigans snow belt ,-gaylord, grayling area- as during the winter months i snowmobile….. will this season bring alot of snow, and will there be alot of warm ups like last year?
What are the predictions for drought stricken East and North Central Texas?
Hi DeeDee,
As mentioned before, you can see up to four months of predictions on our long-range forecast page: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
You just need a free account and to be signed in.
I live in Portland. Oregon and my son is getting married in January. What kind of weather should we be ready for?
I live where Ohio, Kentucky, and WV meet (called the Tri-state area around here), what kind of snow fall should we expect? Thanks!
I live in Rhode Island. I don’t mind a warm, rainy winter. Anything is better than snow, especially after last winter.
well well, for those of you who have decided to stay in midwest, north east and even pacific northwest. what do you expect. YOU HAVE WINTER. I left it all behind forever ago to go to the southwest, california, hawaii and arizona and SAFE mexico, YES IT IS SAFE contrary to what our wonderfully biased media tells us. CHOOSE SUNSHINE and celebrate and be outside all year long. where you live. LIFE IS A CHOICE, thanks! have a happy day
what about snow in prosser, washington lots or a little?
I live in delphos ohio and was wondering what this winter has in store for us this year?
I live in Portland, OR. I realize that we are located in a rain forest, therefore it rains over 9 months of the year. Still! It’d be nice to see some snow once in a while. Am I crazy or does it snow here less and less?
What is the weather going to be for the western part of michigan like the thumb area
I am in southeast Texas and around here the weather folks are saying we are in store for a 9yr drought which I am not really believing. We have had a pretty rough drought here this yr including several forest fires. Can you tell me if this coming winter will truly be wetter than normal?
You’re welcome to be skeptical, James, but wedding planning is possibly the most common reason people consult our long-range forecast. We receive hundreds of inquiries each year from brides- and grooms-to-be.
I live just outside of Washington DC in the Fairfax, VA area. I have been watching the squirrels and chipmunks going crazy trying to stash tons of acorns and nuts the last few weeks. Their fur has gotten much thicker, too. I think I’ll order my snow boots tonight…lol.
Jamie, I cannot believe you are going to suggest to Joan that she make wedding plans based on your long term forecast. There is no way to know what the weather is going to be like on January 12th. Most forecasts beyond a few days become less and less accurate. If you go beyond 2 weeks, it starts to become a crapshoot. I can’t believe how many people believe in the accuracy of these types of forecasts.
Joan, You should be able to see that date on our free long-range forecast: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
Members can see four months, and it’s free to join.
Planning a wedding on January 7, 2012 in the Philadelphia area. What is the forecast?
I am in Boulder, Colorado. What is our winter going to be like and can we expect a white Christmas? Thanks
im in Baltimore Maryland r we gonna have a heavy winter? id rlly like one cause i loves the snow, been waiting all year for winter to come!
Im from Aplington, Iowa when is first snowfall!!!
How bout Minnesota???? I wanna ski!!!
Fall color has hit here really early this year…we started having chilly nights in August of low 50′s and thats not normal for our area. ALL the wooly worms here in South Central Missouri (Fort Leonard Wood area) have been solid black, many of them large sized. No One has seen ANY with any brown on them. Persimmons when cut open are showing spoons. I’m not sure about all the folk tales of course but they all seem to be lining up with the Farmers Almanac Forcasts. You can feel it in the air….we have a bad winter coming…but we’re overdue for one so I am not suprised….I’m just preparing our household….~!!!
John,
We didn’t say there would be no snow. Just that temperatures would be milder than normal.
this cant be true how can there not be any snow in philly
Nooooooooooo i live in philly and i snow blow during the winters does this mean there isnt going to be any snow there just rain ??????
northeast including dc va is getting revenge back from summer
Hi im from se missouri nevada missouri what kind of winter will we be having this year? Will it be anything like last year with the real fridgedd temps and alot of snow?
My family lives in NW IA & SE SD. What does the 2011/2012 Winter forecast look like for us? We live between Sioux City, IA & Sioux Falls, SD. Are we in for above average snow & below or normal temps? What about winds/blizards?
Hi my name is shane im down a little further south than most questions but i am from florence alabama in lauderdale county and we had an unexpected 12 inches of snow last year overnight and i was wondering how it was looking on the snowy side of things for my area this year thanks, shane
Would really love to see snow in the west. I’m in Kuna Idaho west Ada county and it seems like we are getting less snow every year. I know you don’t control the weather but more presise weather report would be nice.
How much snow will there be this year for central Utah?
What kind of temps are we talking about in south east Michigan,also more or less snow than last yr?
Brandon, once we issue our weather forecasts, we never adjust them.
Is a snowy and average temperature winter still expected for my are (Cleveland OH)? I’m looking for an update since it’s been over a month since the outlook was posted.
Hi, I’m stupid. What kind of where will I have?
I live near Pittsburgh penna, what kind of winter will we have.
Hi I live in fort leonard wood Missouri area, what kind of winter are we possibly looking at this year?
I’m in northern CA, we expect this winter to be a long, cold and wet one this year, we saw the birds flying south starting back in begining to mid september, we usualy see them fly south sometime in late september/early october, how bad will it be here this winter? Last winter was pretty bad due to all the snow and freezing weather. Thanks!
I live in Baltimore, Maryland. Whats predicted for that area?
Hi I am in Missouri I was wondering if we r expecting more than normal snow or more than normal rain and ice?
Hi, was wondering what the winter will be like for the Colorado rocky mountains?
Here is my take on winter 2011 – 2012: http://www.bheberto.com/brendansweather.php?id=30
What can we expect for the coloado rocky mountains this winter?
Will we get a lot of snow this winter in Vermont burlington area
I live in lansing,mi. What is our winter looking like?
Mary,
You can get up to four free months of forecasts here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
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August,
You can see our Canadian overview here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/weather/2011/08/29/2012-canadian-winter-forecast/
And you can get up to four free months of forecasts here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
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Was a skier now a snowmobiliet love to ride in ct and Vermont please tell me good news!!!
I’m in western NC, Mills River to be specific & wondering what we can expect this winter???
Are you serious I HATE WINTER!!!:(.
So what are you predicting for central/western Maryland? Please say lots of snow.
what can we expect in the Hudson Valley, NY as last year was horrible and this summer was brutle with humidy and terrible flooding.
Just wondering how were looking here in the far and near nw burbs of chicago as far as snow goes? I’ve been down on my luck for work and looking to make some cashola plowing this winter please till me were getting belted worse then last year!!!
I was wondering if you might have a idea about southern canada. If they was getting snow early. I was wondering for the fall migration season
Hi I live in Zanesville, Ohio and I was woundering if the weather will be bad on Christmas Eve? My family and I are headed to Milton, Fl for Christmas and will the weather be bad down there as well?
Hi Im getting married Jan 28 2012..I live in Malverne, NY on long island….can you tell me if they are predicting snow?
hey charlotte nc is supposed to be very very cold with above average snow sooo why rnt u predictin that
How about new jersey please say we are getting alot of snow. Anybody know if we are??
I live in a very small town near Mt Sunapee in NH that was damaged by Irene. What winter is in store for us? By the way, sometimes our school is the only one in NH to close.
Eastern Panhandle of WV. We seem to always get something different than the rest of the state. What do you think for us for the upcoming winter?
What about the eastern Pa winter this year. Some are saying it will be very cold and heavy snows, and I see your site says above avg. temps and wet for the northeast?
Nikki, you should be able to see a prediction for that specific day here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
If you only see two months, it means you need to sign up for a free membership to get the full four free months we offer.
Jaime, We’re calling for this winter to be mild in Tennessee, but there’s usually some snow each year, so you’ll probably get a little.
What will the weather be like in Michigan this winter?
I remember seeing something from you guys one time about squirrels harvesting acorns and what kind of winter weather we are going to get. I am in NC and I have never seen our squirrels harvesting so many acorns so early. They have made a mess of the yard but are so happy! What does that mean for winter weather here?
Just moved to E. Tennessee from Florida recently, can you tell me if there’s a chance my kids will get to enjoy snow for the first time this year? Thanks so much!
I’m in central new jersey will we have lots of snow like last year
We live in Pittsburg New Hampshire what’s our winter looking like for this year? Lots of snow? I hope so!!!!! Love the snow.
I’ve been living back in Frankfort, IN., for three years now and so far the winters have been pretty mild. I’ve been feeling like our luck is not going to be this year. What kind of winter can we expect in this year for our region?
Jaime,
This will be my first winter in Lusk, Wy….what do i have to look foward to??
How much snow is expected in northern Idaho? In the pan handle.
Jaime I live in massachusetts and i am getting on my first plane on december 30th are we going to have a bad month in december?????
Sorry Debora,
We only offer predictions for the U.S. and Canada.
Since va is really in between the northern and southern states…what am I really in for more the northern weather or milder southern…thanks
Would it be possible to know what the end of the year weather will be in northern France? I know someone who will be vacationing there for Xmas.
I’m in north Carolina in between the hickory and charlotte area. What do you think we will be seeing this year ? Thanks
Lisa, You can always see up to four free months of weather predictions here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
If you only see two months, it’s because you’re either not a member (it’s free to join) or you’re not signed in. Either way, you’ll still be able to see October 8.
Hello Jaime, What will the weather be on October 8th 2011in Manteca CA, I live between Sacramento and San Francisco? I have an outside party planned and hope the weather will hold out. The weather is beautiful now and the 8th is only two weeks away, but I’m a little worried. Thanks!!!!
Matt, We’re calling for a pretty mild winter in Mass. You’ll have to head to Maine, NH, Vermont, or Northern New York if you want good skiing this year.
I live north of Seattle in Western Washington. I have been told we have the hardest weather to predict. That being said, I was wondering if due to the La Nina we would get snow this year. Our local forcasters are saying that its going to be wetter and colder than normal due to La Nina. Do you concur and do you see snow. If so, when would be the best chance for snow in the Everett area? I wait all year for snow. If its going to be cold I deserve snow. Would love to have a white Christmas….for once!
What about the weather for Zionsville pa in 2012? a lot of snow or little?
i am wondering after an awsome ski season last year could we see that again. in new england this year.
also do we have a good chance of seeing normal or above normal snowfall this winter season here in northeast mass. i really want snow days this year.The reason being is that i do not have to make them up like last year.
How about central Ohio?
I live in the Great North Woods of NH (Colebrook to be exact), what is our winter weather looking like for 2011-2012? Thanks for your help.
What about snow storms for the shenamdoah valley?
When is first & second snow of winter for the shenandoah valley?
Hey, I was wondering how bad Chicago area is going to hit. I am just starting to plow this winter and would love to know what kind of storms I’m going to be in! Thanks, Jeff
Jenni – You can get up to four months of our long-range forecast for free here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/long-range-weather-forecast/
To everyone else asking about the winter, please look at what we say above, and especially at the map. If you want more detail than that, you can get it for free at the link I just posted above, or pick up at copy of the 2012 Almanac for the full 16-month forecast. You can buy one in our store here: http://store.farmersalmanac.com/staging/farmers-almanac/c-4851.htm
Or find one using the store locator on our homepage, or get a digital edition of our forecast (for Nook, Kindle, iPad, iPhone, or Google Books) here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/digital/
I live in Indianapolis IN and what kind of weather should we expect here in Indy? We got blasted last year w/snow and ice. yuk! Our summer was about the same as last year, hot/dry (43 days above 90 degress) then the winter was brutal. What can we look for this year? a repeat of last? (think NOT!)
I live in SE Michigan and hope we get LOTS OF SNOW. I love the white stuff and after having to suffer through such an AWFUL summer am looking forward to Winter. Those that don’t like Winter should move south. Oh yeah, when you get tired of the heat and humidity in the southern states don’t complain to me! (That part of my comment is only meant for northerns who choose to complain about winter and then spend thier summers in air conditioning! That’s cause they think it’s so great to have the HOT temperatures around.
How bout north Dakota?
Yea i dont know about this …… Caleb also said last winter that my area would receive less than average snowfall when in fact we set records!!!!!heaviest ive ever seen couldnt have been more wrong……
Memphis, it is usually hit or miss here for snow or what not. What should I expect here this coming winter, Thanks =)
What kind of weather can be expected for Pittsburgh, PA this coming winter?
I live in west centeral ohio are we going to get a lot of snow in the 2011-12 winter?
I am in lynchburg, va. We have gotten more and more snow over the past few winters. Can we expect more of the same? I love the snow and cold weather, it makes for good winter backpacking and local snowshoeing.
I agree Maryland will have stormy weather and having above average snowfall this winter, do to the effect of how much rain we had, in which is the wettest summer I have ever experienced by far, including the hurricane Irene that went through the east coast.
But, I DISAGREE we will be having above normal temperature!!!!!
Lots of snow for n.e Georgia this winter?
Hi, can you give me an idea of weather from southern California through southern Oregon the week of October 11-17? Most concerned about northern Cali to/from Grants Pass.
I live 30 miles southeast of Denver. Do you anticipate any significant snowfall in this area prior to Christmas?
I don’t know. We are in the Sierra Nevada (Sonora) and I’ve been hearing nothing but horror stories about winter. It can stay away as far as I’m concerned. Last year was a very long cold, snowy, power outage nightmare and the year before we had a snow storm a week for nine months. Summer is my favorite time of year and you don’t even want to know what I’m paying for propane (heat) since two long cold winters. I’m hoping it doesn’t happen.
Oh God, I hope you’re right and the NWS is wrong. They are calling for our drought to continue through summer 2012. I like your prediction better. (N. Tx with less than 9″ rainfall since Jan 1, 2011 – regular 24″-26″/yr)
Sorry Christy,
We’re calling for “Considerable cloudiness, chilly, with showery rains” for the 16th through the 19th. But, the 20th is supposed to be “Pleasant,” so, just this once, I’ll hope that we’re off by a day.
i live in michigan and last years winter was horrible.
up to 12 in of snow if not more. could leave the house.
my step dad is 5’3 and i almst didnt see him out there shoveling.
hope its tn that bad this year
How about Portland Oregon? It would be nice to see some snow instead of rain for a change. Thank you.
I am planning a wedding May 19th, 2012 in Birmingham, AL. Do you know what I may expect weather wise?
hope we have a very cold and lots of snow this winter here in colorado
How is the snow forecast looking for Cincinnati, OH in 2011 and 2012? Nice and deep hopefully!!!! lol
I’m from Charlotte N.C……Are we going to get some snow this year?!?!?!
We had a very disappointing winter last year here in DC, only a total of about 6 inches of snow the entire winter. Will that happen again this year?
i live in MN. and i hope average is as much snow as we got last year gotta love the stuff if you dont your not an active person
I moved from sunny California to Idaho why? I don’t know
but would love to know if we will ever get a good snowing in Ada county? I really want snow a lot of it with out having to go to the lodge. What do you have in the way of snow for lower part of Idaho
We live in Northeast Tenneessee, what kind of winter should we expect?
I live in Indpls. Indiana,whats the situation,for 2011-2012 winter weather,thx?
I live in Virginia will it be a heavey snow fall for us this year
What does Colorado have in store?. Will my baby be born in a January blizzard?
Hi,
I’m in Flagstaff, AZ. I notice on the map that the Almanac’s weather experts are forecasting below average precipitation for the ’10-’11 winter season. Similar to last year? We were nearly 2 feet below average last winter.
Thanks!
I am due the end of Feb with baby #2. So what should southern Indiana be expecting then?
What will Central Jersey be like this winter? I’m hoping for a warm winte. I can deal with rain but not snow!
dryer & wrmer for coastal SC is great for me… i’m putting in 20 ‘Sweetspires’ for a investment of $280 on my limited budget…
it would seem that my personal shamanistic view into this project is correct (for the shrubs to flourish)… i wanted conformation that my landscape investment would be vital come next spring…
thanks for the forecast which favors my pre-determined plan-of-action…
what about southern cal?
very mild and very wet for upstate South Carolina…I’m pretty close to the NC border so I’m sure in will freeze here so I’m guessing ICE grr…I hope no ice storms. Rather have snow. Thanks Love the Almanac
I live in the furtherest north western mountains of North Carolina, about a mile from the Tennessee/NC stateline. What is the predicted precip. and weather for us this winter. Due to our elevation, we’re not just plain ole south eastern US or eastern US. Thanks for any info!
I live in Gillette Wyoming. High winds, and heavy snow are just part of life here. Best thing to do is prep for it. The only meat I have not pressure canned, is the neighbors dogs! My garden is mostly canned, or dehydrated already. I have plenty of lamp oil, propane, and bees wax stoves! My old ’78 dodge 4×4 has a new engine, and new tires! I say Bring it on!
Hi I’m from South Dakota and unfortunately these weather predictions are usually what we experience every winter for the last I don’t know how many years! Anyone that wants to experience a real winter come on over, most days we can’t even get out of our houses because of all of the snow! I love the farmer’s almanac!
I hope your map is correct for Texas, we are in the worst drought I’ve ever seen and need rain deperately! Just trying to keep our animals fed is almost impossible. No grass or water!
I live in Palmer, Ma and the amount of acorns that have already fallen and my dogs try to eat is an amaing amount!
Everyone here is asking how there wether will be like this winter. Did ANYONE look at the prediction map at the top of the page? Geez.
Any good news on our Michigan winter?
Sorry, RB, our forecasts aren’t that detailed.
Hi, I’m going skiing Feb 11-13. Can you tell me how many inches of snow each ski area in Colorado will get on those days. Thanks!
Weather for 11/17/2012 Memphis, tn
are we suppast to more sonw than last year
22inches of sonw fall last year so dons that
more than did last year cause we got lots sonw
when jan feb were around 2011 whats any diffant
this year with the heavy sonw when jan feb next year
When will we start to have chilly weather and are we going to have much snow this year here in cleveland tn? Thank you
I live in eastern Washington state, the map shows normal and wet, our temp in eastern Washington in winter can run in the low 30s & 20s for weeks which means SNOW, wet it is but Snow it will be, get out the snowshoes.
come on people they can barely predict tomorrows forcast and you guys are asking for 2012 forcast? ha!ha!ha!ha! thats the funniest thing ive ever heard of !GET REAL PEOPLE !!!!!! lets jus say that the way things have been and the way theyre now ITS GOING TO SUCK ANYWHERE YOUR AT!!!! peace!!
How’s winter looking for Denver this year?
hi i live in fredericksburg va i was wondering what the winter would be like here.
Im in Northwest Indiana. And i been hearing how we are gonna have a pretty cold and snowy winter maybe worse then last winter. And The Farmers Almanac is saying avg temps. and a wet and white winter. I dunno what will happen but the winter in the great lakes area is allways interesting.
Please tell me that some snow is predicted for east central Alabama…….plz!
Whats in store for us here in Texas. We need rain bad so are we going to see a wet and cold winter or a warmer than normal dry winter. I’m 60 miles south of Houston. In Cleveland, Tx.
Thanks Mechelle
We are planning a trip to Tyler,TX in early Nov and returning in late Nov. We will be leaving Seattle WA in mid October and traveling to SLC,UT for a week and then onto Texas. We are concerned about the return trip in the mid to latter part of November to Seattle. The mountain passes are unpredictable so we would like to know the best way to return to Seattle. Thank you
What about winter 2011-2012 for Chicago,IL?
Hi there, I am from Mount Airy, Maryland. I have been reading conflicting 2011-2012 Winter Weather reports. Some say heavy snow and colder than average tempsand others say above average precipitation with average temps. Hoping to have a 1-2 snowstorms with good sledding snow for kids…. what is your prediction for Maryland snowfall / snowstorms this winter?
I no longer live in St. Louis, MO but live in Anniston, Alabama now. I hope the farmers almanac is correct on the very mild winter. I hope we just have rain for our “very wet” winter.
I won’t miss shovelling snow!! I’m hoping for an early spring in 2012 but no F5 tornados!!
Alabama needs a long break from that.
What about Southwest Tennessee? Please say snow!
I have recently moved to Southwest Tennessee and am disappointed because from what I here they do not get much snow here! Are you able to help me and give me an idea on what to expect here this winter! PLEASE SAY SNOW!!!
What is east michigan to see this fall and winter. I can never truly understand.
What about the Pittsburgh area?
Any snow expected in sweet home Alabama?
Minnesota what will our winter be like.?
I live close to Dayton in Ohio. My husband just bought a snow plow. Will he get to play with it much this winter? Thank you in advance
I live in hllsboro, Ohio, what kind of winter will we have?
What about western kentucky? Please tell me no ice storms!?
Live in Central OK wondering about are winter weather are we going to get much snow and rain.
I live in clarkston Michigan about fifty miles north of detroit are we expecting much more snow than last year? I absolutely loveeeee the winter so more snow would be incredible.
I can’t remember the last time we had any rain here in West Texas.Any relief in sight for us?
I love cold cold winters and at least a snowstorm or two. I’m in Southern New Jersey, just outside Philadelphia, what can we expect?
Live in W. Michigan and do ski patrol at Bittersweet resort, Just wondering what we are going to be looking at in our area? Since we love our snow so much here in Michigan and we love to play in it, we would love to hear your predictions. Thanks……..
Hi! I live in the geographic center of Ohio (about 45 mins or 35 miles northeast of Columbus) and want to know about our area. I can’t tell where we actually fall on the map (blue or lighter blue). I love winter so I am hoping for snow…rain, not so much
Denver colorado??
How about Denver Colorado?? Not mountain area, but down here in Denver?
For the winter of 2011–12, the Farmers’ Almanac is forecasting “clime and punishment,”
says it all.
Mostly snow or mostly rain for sw Missouri?
hey there..I live in central Michigan, it’s calling for wet and white? I don’t mind the rain, better then all that snow of last year.
Hello I know the outlook for texas is wetter.but i wanted to know when will it get here to texas?
GET ME OUT OF THE STATE OF MAINE THIS WINTER!!!!!!!!
The past few years have been snowy here in Chicago. I’m hoping for much of the same. I’m TFA is going to be right on.
i like the very accurace forcast in the northeast as i drive a school bus daily in all kinds of weather it gives me a idea what is goin on daily thankyou
this will be my first winter in central illinois after 30 in the rocky mts…should be very interesting to say the least…..
Thank you!!! I think!?!?!?!
I like the above normal temps (if I am reading the map correctly) but the stormy part not so much especially if the wet part includes freezing rain or ice. Would not look forward to another ice storm especially just getting through Irene. However, with that said I know you don’t control the weather so I will not hold it against you if your wrong!
Hoping for rain and warmer temps in Maine this winter! We got pounded with snow last year!
I am in Alabama and I am liking the “very mild” winter! I can’t stand the cold weather! Good Job Farmer’s Almanac!!
In Oklahoma here. Definitely would like to see the very mild, very wet season! Hopefully will provide a better 2012 garden!
I was really hoping for lots of snow again in Northwest Arkansas! I love to get snowed in for a few days of rest and relaxation!
Looks like the average for northern Kansas. Just let it get cold enough to kill all the bugs.,,
I live in South Dakota, the land of extremes. I always say that we have 3 possibilities here…too hot, too cold and/or too windy. It is usually at least one of the 3 every day. The Farmers’ Almanac’s winter weather prediction does not surprise me and I’m pretty sure it will be very cold and above average snowfall. Gotta love winter weather extremes to live in South Dakota.
Hope we have cold weather for christmas
What about Western Montana? Snowy or rainy? First snowfall anticipated?
I live in central Iowa and your map shows “very wet” …..are you saying rain or that it could be in a variety of forms….rain, ice and snow? Snow I hope!
Just wondering how the foot hills of nc will fair this year? We need a wet winter! If you can provide this, we would be thrilled. lol
I live near Des Moines, and we had a real easy winter last year, so I was just wondering if we will have another easy winter this year?
Demi, no need to worry! The forecast for Cleveland is average temps, not above average. And potentially snowy. See response to my own question about this below.
Please, can you give us some feedback regarding north Texas? We are suffering a horrible heat wave, haven’t seen significant rain since Feb. and have record breaking temps over 105 daily. When will we see an end to the drought? There are acres and acres of fires now due every living plant and tree dying. Thanks!
need lots of heavy snow in pendleton oregon this year!!!!!!!!!!!! need a real winter
I’m from Cleveland – if I’m reading this correctly, because the temps will be higher than normal but with more precipitation, that means more rain! Ugh! We had over 50 days (out of 60) of rain last spring! Fingers crossed this is wrong!
Hello there. I live in central Texas and would like to know the projected forecast for all of us down here please. As you know, we have experienced well over 70 days of over 100* days and no significant rainfall since Feb/March. Is there any relief in sight?!?! Your response is greatly appreciated! Thank you.
Bummer. I want a lot more snow for the mid-atlantic. I want another blizzard!
I’m in Joplin,Mo and hoping for no ice storms or blizzards .
I live in West Michigan at the 1st hump. It says we will have normal temps, wet and white. Does that mean we’ll have lots of snow? I live about a mile from Lake Michigan and we get quite of bit of lake affect.
I am not pleased to hear that we may not get the snow in NM like we need to help the spring runoff happen and fill up our lakes. We have had a dry year and just now enjoying some of the rain. I am hoping for the winter snows!
I’m a truck driver in oswego ny just wondering how the roads will be this winter last year really sucked
Hello I live in Boone County Missouri east of the city of Columbia. I would like to know what kind of winter weather we can expect here for the 2011-2012 winter season. Also does winter folklore really work in predicting the future winter weather some people claim it does.
If so, do acorns predict the type of winter we’ll have? Aside from the trees surrounding the house, all of the other trees in the yard, woods and up the hill from the house are acorn trees and they are completely full of acorns.
We have more acorns in the acorn trees right now than we did last year, and we had a blizzard February 1st 2011 we had nearly 20 inches of snow and that was without thunderstorms. Any chance we may have thunderstorms with frozen precipitation like snow this winter season?
okay what about SW Ohio? I am in Greenville…..will it be wet or snowy?
Whats it look like for northern kentucky in the winter months? i’m hoping for a lot of snow!!!
what about Omaha NE?? Snow boots for sure?
How is the snow going to be for new Mexico and skiing?
When will the drought be over with in Texas, I live in Houston,Tx
Saw it. Thanks, I just missed it going up the page. Average temps and snowy.
Karen, Average temperatures and precipitation of Northeast Oregon.
Nat, See my response to Brandon, below.
Mild and wet, F Harshaw.
Very mild and very wet, Paige.
What about Northeastern Oregon??
I’m from Northeastern Ohio. Just south of Cleveland, but north of Akron Canton. What can I expect this season?
How about central Tx? Everything is bypassing us especially rain
How bad is it supposed to get in north east Texas?
Cindy – The U.P. will be very cold this winter with an average amount of snow.
What kind of weather for the Upper Peninsula of Michigan for winter this year?
trcooper – Galoshes.
Seattle, Galoshes or snow boots?
I hope I’ve ready my area (and your take on it correctly) – normal temperatures and normal-above normal snow. I’m from Cleveland, Ohio.
Sorry, Terri – We’re calling for it to be stormy and wet with mild temperatures.
What Kind of Winter Weather will Virginia have? I’m thinking hoping Snow not a Mix .I Hate Ice
Hi Dolores, See my reply to Vicki below.
I’d say more rain, Jan, but there will still be snow.
what kind of weater is in store for So. texas? we have had a horribly hot and extremly dry summer!
Average temperatures with slightly below average precipitation for Colorado, Suki. Still, Denver usually gets so much snow that a slight decrease won’t mean much, overall. There will still be plenty of snow.
Don’t hold your breath, Laurie. We’re expecting a mild, rainy winter for Alabama this year. Sorry.
Hopefully soon, Ronna. We predicted plenty of rain for September.
Vicki, that part of Oklahoma should be about average this year. Normal temperatures and precipitation.
Hi Vicki, We think Texas will be very mild and very wet. (Here’s hoping!)
Hi Delores, see my response to twalkersbabygirl and Sandy below.
Sorry, Heidi, Should be pretty snowy in Syracuse this year.
That’s right, Cindy, most of Massachusetts will see a mild winter this year.
Hi Barb,
If you’re a member of our site (it’s free to join), you can get up to four months of weather predictions on our long-range weather page. (If you’re not signed it, it only shows two). That’s the best place to see the answer to your question about which specific days are best for travel.
Live in Bend, Or. will we have more rain or more snow this winter??
What’re we looking at for the Denver, Aurora area in Colorado?
what about northern alabama? last year we had a great winter…lots of snow…we want lots of snow again this winter.
I totally trust my Farmers Almanac. I do my gardening, hair cuts, canning..you name it by the Almanac. Winter does not look so terribly bad for Va. Your prediction of Hurricne Irene was on dead center for the last of August for the East Coast. Thank you.
I live in south-central Texas where the drought has been terrible. We have lost our yard and most of our shrubs, and are trying to save our trees. When can we expect the much needed rain?
What will Winter be like in southwest Oklahoma
Whats it looking like for Texas this coming winter? Around Houston area?
We live in Springfield, MO –what kind of a fall and winter are we going to have.???
Hello- traveling by car from Indy to Fl mid Dec – is one time better than another?
I live in upstate NY, north of Syracuse on lake Ontario. How is our weather supposed to be? Light lake effect would be nice.
how bout s.e. iowa? rain and mixed or lots of snow???
I love my Farmer’s almanac, but I find your weather information is way to generalized and usually wrong.
But I will keep on buying for all the other great information and articles you carry.
live in the berkshires in nw corner of massachusets am i reading this right mild winter with more rain than snow???
I live in central Oklahoma, and it has been abnormally dry for the past year or so. So, this winter should bring plenty of moisture (rain, sleet, snow…I don’t care, it all melts eventually)? And temps should be “mild”–as in not too cold, but still winter temps? I can deal with that!!
I see you are predicting a “wetter than normal” winter for the Pacific Northwest. You were right on the money for a milder, warmer and very wet winter last year. I’m wondering if we’re likely to see more snow this year – and maybe a little less rain? Galoshes or snowshoes?
What kind of weather will Maryland have this year? Hoping for LOTS of snow
What about Omaha, NE? Lots of snow?
absolutely sucks!! we live in colorado. DRY???
Trish, see my answer to April, below.
Spokane should see plenty of both – rain and snow.
when you say wet in the spokane wa area, do you mean rain and not snow???
We just moved in March from Cen.FL to NE GA (Gainesville, GA area). Our 9 yr old an I have never seen snow. How likely are we to see some nice snowfall here this year? And about when is snow possible here?
twalkersbabygirl and Sandy – Given we’re calling for average temperatures, and Missouri can get pretty cold, I’d say you should see plenty of snow this winter.
I live in southwest Missouri (Springfield, Marshfield area) and it looks like we are on the border of everything. What do you think we are going to get?
April, We expect mild weather for most of Georgia this winter. There should be snow in the mountains, and maybe a little dusting elsewhere, but nothing notable.
Central Ill. – the entire state, actually – can expect average temps with plenty of snow.
Karen,
Must be some other almanac, or a joke. We don’t mention 200 inches of snow for your area in ours.
Ok, everywhere I turn in ND everyone keeps talking that they have heard from the Farmers Almanac that we are going to be slammed with 200 inches of snow this year. But, I have looked the book over inside and out and cannot find what they are talking about. Please tell me this is a joke. That is well over 16 feet of snow!!!! If there is any truth to this, I need to know so I can get my home stocked up so my happy butt can hibernate for the winter (and trust me, I would).
How about Central Illinois, Clinton, Champaign and Decatur? What kind of winter can we expect?
Yes! I am still considered in the above average temperature area! It looks like Topsham, Maine is going to not be so cold this year! YAY!!!
What about snow for North Georgia?
Near normal temperatures and plenty of snow? FTW!
Thanks.
Never mind. You just answered Brandon above. Thanks!
I happen to be from Cleveland, Ohio along with the Brandon guy who’s posted some comments below. According to the map I’m in the “normal temps and snowy” part of Ohio on your map. I really love nice stormy winters even if temps are merely just average. Since I’m between two snowy areas – Buffalo and Indiana, I’m really hoping I’m included in the fun here. But if you could let me know what you officially forecast for Northern Ohio, just like you did for Indiana/Buffalo, it would still be very much appreciated.
mcl95- Chicago should see average temperatures with plenty of snow.
Brandon, we expect average temperatures and a lot of snow for Cleveland this year. I can’t speak to exact temperatures. Our forecasts are meant to be a basic overview.
I think you’ll be happy this winter, eastendmama.
I live in the middle of Missouri and you are calling for very wet, is that mostly rain or mostly snow. Is there gong to be any heavy snow falls for Missouri this year?
We expect an average amount of snowfall for Montana, Judy.
Hi Laurie,
If you look at the map, you’ll see we’re calling for plenty of snow in western NY. Not to worry!
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! This cant be right,then why is there so many apple trees and nut trees bearing fruit as last year they had none.I NEED snow,I live in western Ny and snowmobiling is what we do in the winter!!!!
We live in Libby ,Montana. both elderly Forecast for snow?
New England was very harsh last winter, snow storm after snow storm. Driveway was up to my neck. Does wetter conditions mean heavier snow? Marie in Connecticut.
Could this mean an end to the drought for parts of TX and OK?
Will we see lots if snow this winter in the area of Augusta, ME? Sure hope so…we want to play!
Should be about average in Western Montana this year. Fine skiing weather.
We’re actually calling for a lot of snow over most of Indiana.
So it looks like the exceptional drought in TX and OK are ending?? HOPE SO!
Didn’t have much of a winter in Indy last year. Winter is my favorite season and I love big snowfalls, am I likely to be disappointed this winter too? Thank you.
PNW wetter than normal? Yep, we can handle it.
Loooove to ski in Western Montana…how’s it looking?
I live in the far SW corner of Oklahoma. We are in severe heat and drought. Are you predicting a break in this horrible trend? Hoping for lots of moisture.
Or alternatively, what are your thoughts for Cleveland? – you can use a similar brief summary just like you did for Buffalo, that would be fine.
La Nina figured in or not, does your outlook say near normal temps and snowy for my area (Cleveland, OH)?
What will the weather be like in the NW corner of Arkansas along the I-40 corridor and the Arkansas River Valley? Thanx
Planning a wedding on 19 May 2012. Any specific news for that date for Southern Maryland?
La Nina is not figured into this forecast at all.
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO !!!
Just in general, should the conditions you described for Buffalo apply for Cleveland as well? I’m hoping you can agree I’m just far enough north and west to stay out of warm and rainy zones.
I live in Cleveland, OH. On the map I see normal temperatures and snowy. Do you think temperatures will be within 1 degree F of normal and how much snow compared to normal would you expect?
Hello all! How about Cleveland? I live about 20 miles east and I plow. So a heads up would be awesome!
What kind of weather will Chicago have this winter?
We would like to know what size of a La Nina was used when calculating this forecast (i.e. moderate.) Your forecast is similar to the other early forecasts we are seeing, however you have a smaller cold area and a bigger wet area.
Wow. Thanks Jaime for the quick response! In other words, besides our lake effect snow we will also be in a favorable storm track for synoptic storms? Winter storms are the best!
Hi Cate, We’re expecting Buffalo to see average temperatures with a lot of snow this year.
I am in Buffalo. How bad is it going to be for us?
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