Farmer's Almanac Map Shows Where Americans Could See a White Christmas
Summary
A Farmers’ Almanac map says northern and mountainous areas of the United States may have the best chance of snow on the ground on Christmas morning in 2026. The publication calls its map an early regional assessment, not a confirmed forecast, and says weather patterns could change before December 25.Key Facts
- The map favors the Rocky Mountains, higher elevations in California, the northern Midwest, the Great Lakes region, and inland and northern parts of the Northeast.
- The Almanac describes the South, including much of Texas, the Gulf Coast, and Florida, as having low chances of a white Christmas.
- The Almanac says mild temperatures could bring rain or melt snow before Christmas.
- Its editor said snow near Christmas followed by sustained cold would help snow remain on the ground.
- The guide combines the Almanac’s seasonal winter outlook with historical snow-cover patterns.
- The National Weather Service defines a white Christmas as at least one inch of snow on the ground on Christmas morning.
- The Farmers’ Almanac says its forecasting formula dates to 1818 and uses natural cycles, solar activity, lunar influences, and historical weather patterns.
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