• The Farmer's Almanac predicts a cold winter for the Northern Plains and New England, while the Southeast, including North Carolina, can expect average temperatures and wet conditions. • The Farmer's Almanac uses a formula based on solar activity, lunar cycles, and environmental factors to create its long-range forecast.
The Farmer's Almanac has released its annual long-range winter forecast earlier than several other major organizations.
The 2025-26 winter Farmer's Almanac forecast suggests residents of the U.S. prepare for patterns of "chill, snow, repeat" during the cold season. However, this may apply less to North Carolina and other states in the Southeast.
Overall, the almanac expects the season's coldest temperatures to be found from the Northern Plains to New England. Residen