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The Farmers’ Almanac has predicted that weather across the U.S. will be fairly typical of late November over Thanksgiving week, with a mix of cool and mild conditions, snow possible in some areas and no major nationwide storm expected.
Thanksgiving holiday week runs from Monday, November 23, through to Thursday, November 26 this year.
Much of the East Expected to Stay Mostly Dry
The Northeast and New England are expected to experience cool and mainly dry weather, with travel conditions expected to be mostly favorable. The Almanac says snow flurries are possible in northern areas and at higher elevations, but does not forecast widespread wintry weather in the region.
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Colder Weather and Snow Possible in Northern States
The Farmers’ Almanac expects colder, more winterlike conditions across the Great Lakes, Ohio Valley and Midwest, with possible scattered snow showers or flurries potentially causing brief travel slowdowns.
Cold conditions are also forecast across the North Central region, with light snow possible in the northern Plains and Rockies, particularly at higher elevations.
Milder Conditions Forecast for the South
The Southeast is expected to see generally mild and pleasant weather during Thanksgiving week, with a good chance of dry weather and sunshine.
Meanwhile, the South Central region is forecast to see mostly seasonable conditions, with widespread storminess not expected, although inland areas could be cooler, and western and higher-elevation areas may be colder.
Cooler Conditions and Rain Possible in the West
The Farmers’ Almanac forecasts typical late-fall weather across the Pacific Northwest, with rain potentially making roads wetter for holiday travelers.
The Southwest is expected to see cooler conditions overall. Northern California could see some rainfall, while the interior West may see light mountain snow in some areas.
How Does the Forecast Compare With The Old Farmer's Almanac?
The Old Farmer’s Almanac, a separate publication, released its forecast for Thanksgiving week earlier this month.
While its outlook is broadly similar to Farmers’ Almanac, it differs for some regions. Its predictions also stretch into the weekend, while the other forecaster has given its outlook only until Thanksgiving Day.
Both publications suggest possible snow in parts of the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest during the Thanksgiving period.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac also identifies the Atlantic Corridor as seeing possible rain on Thanksgiving Day, while the Appalachians and Alaska could see snow during Thanksgiving week.
Farmers’ Almanac expects mainly fair conditions in the Northeast, with flurries possible in some northern areas, while The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts rain and a chance of snow around the holiday.
In the Southeast, Farmers’ Almanac anticipates mild conditions, with a good chance of dry weather, whereas The Old Farmer’s Almanac forecasts warm temperatures and showers for Thanksgiving.
How Does Farmers’ Almanac Make Its Forecasts?
Farmers’ Almanac, first published in 1818, is an annual publication known for its long-range weather predictions.
The publication says its weather predictions are based on a formula developed by its founding editor David Young more than two centuries ago. It keeps both the details of its forecasting formula and the identity of its chief weather forecaster confidential, describing them as "brand secrets."
The Almanac says its forecasting approach has included studying sunspot cycles, solar activity, tidal forces and lunar influence, as well as comparing past weather patterns with current conditions.
Professional meteorologists view long-range almanac predictions as broad seasonal guidelines rather than scientifically verified forecasts.
Contact Newsweek editors on this story: Tobias Meyjes and Tony Phillips.
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