Extended Fall Forecast 2024: When Will It Cool Off Or Snow?
Fall officially begins on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 8:44 a.m. EDT with the arrival of the fall equinox. After a scorching summer for many areas, cooler temperatures are always a welcome relief. So, when will this fall deliver those chilly days? Is there snow in the forecast? Here’s the Farmers’ Almanac Extended Fall Forecast 2024.
Fall officially starts on September 22, 2024, and the weather will quickly remind many that colder days are ahead. Flannels and umbrellas may be on order when you head out to pick your pumpkin and apples.
We’ve all been gradually losing daylight since the summer solstice, and this is Mother Nature’s cue to begin the process of the changing of colors of deciduous tree leaves.
October is usually the clearest time of the year over the Eastern US, but not so this year. Our forecast is pointing towards twice as many cloudy and showery days as opposed to fair and sunny dry days.
Temperatures in the Northeast will also cool down quickly and November may see some snow in New England. See what we are predicting for Halloween. Jump to the Halloween forecast.
Hopefully the clouds will stay away for the third supermoon in a row on October 17, 2024!
Fall will be frosty and wet in the Great Lakes, Midwest region while the temperatures in the North Central region may be downright frigid, with lots of fall flakes and rain.
The cool, wet conditions will reach as far west at the Northwest states and the Southwest will see some chilly temperatures and showers throughout autumn.
Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, and parts of Louisiana should find their rain boots and sweaters as fall will bring brisk temperatures and plenty of precipitation, including snow in the higher elevations.
Any questions? Ask us in the comments section below!
Cool, stormy conditions are predicted for the Southeast states for autumn.
November looks to be unusually unsettled and this could be especially true around the time of the Thanksgiving holiday. Some dates to circle include:
November 8-11: An early-season heavy snowfall is expected across the North Central states.
November 16-19: A wintry mix with up to one foot of wet snow is possible over higher elevations in the Northeast and New England states.
For the Presidential Elections on November 5, 2024, the East looks clear and dry, but grab your umbrellas if you live in the Central States and Western States.
Farmers’ Almanac Fall Forecast 2024 Map for the United States.
Halloween Weather Forecast 2024
Halloween is on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Here’s our forecast for October 28-31 in the US and Canada:
UNITED STATES
Zone 1 – Northeast & New England (New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Washington D.C.) – Very unsettled Halloween, especially over New England
Zone 2 – Great Lakes, Ohio Valley & Midwest (Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Wisconsin.) – Dry weather should arrive in time for Halloween.
Zone 3 – Southeast (Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida.) – Clearing, drier for trick-or-treaters.
Zone 4 – North Central (Missouri, Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana.) – Gusty winds arrive for Halloween.
Zone 5 – South Central (Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico.) – Dry weather. Watch out for blowing dust over parts Southern Plains.
Zone 6 – Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho.) – More stormy weather coincides with Halloween.
Zone 1 – Newfoundland, Labrador Rainy conditions mean a wet Halloween for trick-or-treaters.
Zone 2 – Ontario More of a treat as opposed to a trick: generally dry weather should arrive in time for Halloween.
Zone 3 – Nova Scotia Very unsettled for Halloween.
Zone 4 – Alberta Gusty winds arrive in time for Halloween.
Zone 5 – British Columbia Boo! Stormy weather coincides with Halloween.
Canadian Fall Extended Forecast 2024
Farmers’ Almanac Fall Forecast 2024 Map for Canada.
Frosty Fall On Tap
Fall will literally blow in on September 22, 2204 with a hurricane threat for Newfoundland and Labrador. The new season will quickly usher in chillier temperatures and unsettled weather from coast to coast.
For Thanksgiving (October 14, 2024) we’re forecasting clearing skies for Labrador and Newfoundland, fair and dry for Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, but showery and wet for the Prairies west to British Columbia.
Halloween looks like it could bring some spooky, soggy weather for most areas with the best chances for fair weather for Ontario. Check your zone’s outlook here.
November will be frosty and unsettled. Quebec and the Maritimes should see a stormy November. Newfoundland and Labrador will see frequent showers, while for the Prairies Autumn may feel more like winter with some very cold temperatures.
A few dates that may bring the most memorable fall weather include:
November 8-11: Bundle up! A potential for an early-season, heavy snowfall for the Prairies and Quebec (followed by very cold conditions). Plus, an intensifying storm bringing heavy rain and some possible snow will be followed by frigidly cold air in Newfoundland and Labrador.
November 12-19: Hold onto your hats! Newfoundland and Labrador may see some gusty winds and heavy precipitation.
November in British Columbia should be wetter than normal, accompanied by many days of onshore winds.
Above is our Extended Fall Forecast 2024 for Canada. Get your region’s month-by-month forecast here, and stay tuned for our Canadian Winter Weather Outlook coming in August 2025!
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AmyB
1 day ago
What is “unsettled”weather?
Sue Carver
23 days ago
Why isn’t Alaska included in the weather forecast?? Canada is, I want a refund because I understood Alaska was included.
Jenny
29 days ago
We are having company come on October 12th weekend.
What do you think the weather will be like that weekend?
We live in White Plains Georgia.
The chance for rain, snow, winds, depending on your region.
Wanda
3 months ago
22 weeks pregnant and my beloved daughter is due the Saturday before Thanksgiving! Oh, I am so happy. I can’t think of anything I will be more grateful for than getting to hold her and bring her home. It’s good to know what the weather forecast holds for the autumn, so I’ll be ready to share the beauty of the seasons and the magic of the holidays with my growing family!
What a sweet picture. Thank you for sharing and blessings for you and your family.
Dean B.
3 months ago
I think the western half of Pennsylvania should be included in the “Ohio Valley”. The eastern part of Pennsylvania has always looked down on us, here in Pittsburgh and vicinity. This area is the beginning of the “Ohio Valley” where the Two Rivers form the Ohio river.
What is “unsettled”weather?
Why isn’t Alaska included in the weather forecast?? Canada is, I want a refund because I understood Alaska was included.
We are having company come on October 12th weekend.
What do you think the weather will be like that weekend?
We live in White Plains Georgia.
Should be a pleasant day.
Weather predictions for October 12th 2024. That’s my wedding day 🥹
What does “unsettled” mean for weather?
The chance for rain, snow, winds, depending on your region.
22 weeks pregnant and my beloved daughter is due the Saturday before Thanksgiving! Oh, I am so happy. I can’t think of anything I will be more grateful for than getting to hold her and bring her home. It’s good to know what the weather forecast holds for the autumn, so I’ll be ready to share the beauty of the seasons and the magic of the holidays with my growing family!
Thanks for this lovely comment, Wanda! Best wishes to you and your family!
What a sweet picture. Thank you for sharing and blessings for you and your family.
I think the western half of Pennsylvania should be included in the “Ohio Valley”. The eastern part of Pennsylvania has always looked down on us, here in Pittsburgh and vicinity. This area is the beginning of the “Ohio Valley” where the Two Rivers form the Ohio river.
Hi Dean, Thanks for your suggestion. We know lots of fine people from Western Pennsylvania. You are a valued member of our community here.