Farmers’ Almanac 2024-25 Winter Forecast: A ‘Wet Winter Whirlwind’ Recap
Quick Reference: 2024-25 Winter Forecast
- Headline: ‘Wet Winter Whirlwind.’
- Issued: August 2024.
- Northeast: cold with above-average snow.
- Southeast: wet with mixed precipitation.
- Central US: stormy and active.
- Pacific Northwest: wet and cool.
- Forecast period: December 2024 through February 2025.
The Farmers’ Almanac issued its 2024-2025 winter forecast in August 2024 under the headline ‘Wet Winter Whirlwind.’ The prediction called for an active storm pattern across most of the country, with a cold snowy Northeast and a wet stormy Central US. Here is the full regional breakdown and how the season performed.
What the Almanac Called
Regional forecasts for December 2024 through February 2025:
- Northeast: cold with above-average snowfall.
- Mid-Atlantic: cold with mixed precipitation.
- Southeast: wet with frequent storms.
- Central US: stormy with active storm tracks.
- Upper Midwest: cold with average snowfall.
- Plains: active and stormy.
- Southwest: mild.
- Pacific Northwest: wet and cool.
How the Season Performed
The 2024-25 winter largely matched the ‘Wet Winter Whirlwind’ theme. Multiple major storms tracked across the Central US in January and February 2025. The Northeast saw above-average snowfall. The Pacific Northwest was wet.
Self-tracked accuracy for the 2024-25 winter forecast was reported at 80% on temperature, 80% on precipitation.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the 2024-25 winter forecast published?
August 2024, in the 208th edition of the Farmers’ Almanac.
How accurate was the 2024-25 forecast?
The Almanac reports 80% accuracy on both temperature and precipitation patterns.
Did the Pacific Northwest really see a wet winter?
Yes, above-average precipitation across most of Oregon and Washington for December 2024 through February 2025.
Where can I see the latest winter forecast?
The Almanac’s long-range weather forecast page lists the current winter outlook. The print edition updates each August.
This article was published by the Staff at FarmersAlmanac.com. Any questions? Contact us at questions@farmersalmananac.com.
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