"The Old Farmer's Almanac has released its 2025-2026 Winter Forecast, calling the national outlook "mostly mild-with pockets of wild." Editor Carol Connare said in the report, "Most areas will experience near-normal to slightly milder temperatures," though northern states may still see brief winter blasts. For Michigan homeowners, that means a generally mild and dry season-less snow, fewer storms, and shorter cold snaps compared with the long, harsh winters the state is known for."
"Michigan falls within the Lower Lakes region in the Old Farmer's Almanac forecast, which includes Detroit, as well as cities in other states like Cleveland and Milwaukee. The forecast calls for above-normal temperatures this winter, with the coldest periods expected in mid- to late December, early and late January, and early February. Precipitation will be below normal across the region, while snowfall will range from near to below average."
Most areas are expected to experience near-normal to slightly milder temperatures, with brief winter blasts possible in northern states. Michigan, in the Lower Lakes region, is forecast to have above-normal temperatures with the coldest stretches in mid–late December, early/late January, and early February. Precipitation across the region should be below normal, and snowfall is likely to be near to below average, with snowiest windows in mid–late November, much of December, parts of January, early February, and early–mid March. Lake-effect snow is probable along shorelines but expected to be less frequent and intense. November is advised for home winter preparations to improve safety, energy efficiency, and comfort.
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