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2026 White Christmas: Who Gets Snow?
3 Nov
Summary
- A white Christmas requires at least 1 inch of snow on the ground.
- The South, including Texas and Florida, is unlikely to see snow.
- Some typically snowy areas like the Upper Midwest may miss out.
The 2026 Old Farmer's Almanac has unveiled its Christmas forecast, indicating that a white Christmas may not be universally experienced. A white Christmas is officially recognized as having at least 1 inch of snow on the ground on December 25. For many in the southern United States, including the Southeast, Florida, Deep South, and the Texas-Oklahoma region, a snowy holiday is not anticipated.
However, exceptions exist, with the southern Appalachians showing a possibility for snow. Conversely, the northern Appalachians and the Ohio Valley might wake up to a winter wonderland. Regions like the Northeast, Intermountain West, and Alaska are predicted to have a white Christmas, while the Lower Lakes, High Plains, and Pacific Northwest have a chance.
A notable surprise is the Upper Midwest, typically a snowy area, which is forecast to miss out. The Heartland and Atlantic Corridor are also expected to have a snow-free Christmas. These predictions differ from historical data, which often points to states like Minnesota and Maine, or the Rockies, as prime locations for Christmas snow. It's important to remember that these are long-range forecasts, and local conditions closer to the date will offer a clearer picture.
