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Winter's Fury: 3 Cold Surges Slamming the US
7 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Three distinct cold air surges are predicted to hit the US this winter.
- December will see record-breaking cold temperatures and heavy snowfall.
- This winter's pattern resembles the severe 2013-2014 'Snowpocalypse' season.
Americans are facing what experts predict will be the snowiest winter in five years, beginning with a brutally cold December. AI weather models indicate a multi-stage approach of frigid air, with a polar vortex bringing freezing temperatures and snow across the nation. This winter's pattern is being compared to the severe 2013-2014 season, known for its intense cold and heavy snowfall.
The predicted cold will arrive in three distinct "surges," described as a "rinse, lather, repeat" cycle. The first surge has already brought initial cold snaps and snowfall, while the second is expected around December 14th, potentially impacting the Midwest and Northeast with sub-zero temperatures. A final, "dessert" surge is anticipated just before Christmas, aiming to bring a festive yet frigid close to the month.
While this winter may not reach the extreme intensity of the 2013-2014 "Snowpocalypse," similarities in its phased cold air delivery are noted. Some regions, like the Northeast, may be "past due" for a significant winter season after several milder years. The Old Farmer's Almanac suggests a high probability of a white Christmas for areas including the Northeast and the Midwest.
