While most of the country is still sweltering in the dog days of summer, the chillier days will be here before you know it. And just in case you need a reminder of that, a trusty ol' source is already talking about winter weather: the Old Farmer's Almanac.
They just released their extended forecast preview for winter weather 2025-2026, and it "calls for a season of dramatic swings and widespread wintry weather." Unlike last year, which was a "calmer, gentler" season in most regions, this year's theme is: "chill, snow, repeat." 🥶
So why worry about this now since winter technically doesn't start until December 21? Well, that's because the Almanac predicts "the cold and snow might make an appearance as early as September in some areas of the country." That's good news for skiers and winter activity enthusiasts. For everyone else? Maybe not so much.
The coldest temperatures will be from the Northern Plains through New England and several states in the Pacific Northwest like Idaho and Washington. And it should be wet for the entire country. While the Southeast and Southwest will see above-average precipitation, it's the colder regions like New England and the Great Lakes region to see "impressive snowfall totals."
Now, before you wrestle those snow boots out of the back of your storage closet, note that the coldest temperatures will most likely be in January and February. And for most regions, fall 2025 will be warmer than average which means you still have a little more time before you need to layer on an extra sweater.
The Old Farmer's Almanac full winter predictions are set to be released in a few weeks, so keep an eye out if you are planning any trips or want to figure out just how urgent those hats and gloves are for your back-to-school shopping. In the meantime, enjoy the warmth while you can!
AnnMarie Mattila is the Senior Editor for The Pioneer Woman, covering a wide range of topics from food and cooking to home, beauty, style, and more.
