Summary
A new weather forecast by AccuWeather suggests that fewer U.S. states will have snow this Christmas compared to earlier predictions. The National Weather Service expects above-average temperatures in many parts of the country during the holiday season, especially affecting areas like the Plains, South, and Midwest.
Key Facts
- AccuWeather released a new forecast for snow on Christmas, called a "white Christmas" forecast.
- A "white Christmas" means at least an inch of snow on the ground on December 25.
- Earlier predictions suggested more states would have snow, but now above-average temperatures are expected.
- The National Weather Service predicts these warmer temperatures especially in the Plains, South, and Midwest.
- AccuWeather lists several states likely to see snow, including California, New York, and Vermont.
- Snow is guaranteed in areas like the Rockies and near the Great Lakes.
- A possible storm from December 23-25 might affect snow chances in central and eastern U.S.
- Rising temperatures may melt any recent snowfall before Christmas in some Northeastern and mid-Atlantic states.
