Official Snowfall Forecast: Above and Below Average Snowfall Areas

❄️Below average snowfall expected in the Northwest and Northern Plains.

⛄Above average snowfall expected in the Southwest, South Central, Southeast, and Northeast Coast.

🌡️Warmer temperatures in the West due to the positive Pacific North American oscillation pattern.

⚠️Historical data suggests that some areas in the Northwest and Northern Plains may receive more snowfall than expected in certain El Nino years.

⚖️Snowfall chance varies depending on multiple factors, and timing plays a crucial role.

What are the snowfall predictions for the Northwest?

—The Northwest is expected to have below average snowfall.

Which regions are expected to have above average snowfall?

—The Southwest, South Central, Southeast, and Northeast Coast are expected to have above average snowfall.

Why are the temperatures warmer in the West?

—The positive Pacific North American oscillation pattern causes warmer temperatures in the West.

Are there any exceptions to the snowfall forecast for the Northwest and Northern Plains?

—Historical data suggests that some El Nino years may result in more snowfall than predicted in the Northwest and Northern Plains.

How accurate are the snowfall predictions?

—Snowfall predictions are probabilities and not guarantees. Multiple factors can affect snowfall, and timing plays a crucial role.

00:01Introduction and overview of the snowfall forecast

00:50Explanation of the precipitation and temperature patterns

03:01Below average snowfall expected in the Northwest and Northern Plains

04:36Above average snowfall expected in the Southwest, South Central, Southeast, and Northeast Coast

06:52Detailed forecast for specific areas and historical data

09:22Snowfall chance forecast for Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Del Marva

11:00Important disclaimers and final thoughts