"The Old Farmer's Almanac has unveiled its 2025-2026 Winter Forecast, describing the national outlook as "Mostly mild-with pockets of wild." Editor Carol Connare says, "Most areas will experience near-normal to slightly milder temperatures," though some regions, including parts of the Intermountain West, should expect a bit more precipitation. Article continues below this ad For Idaho homeowners, that means a winter that's warmer overall but wetter than usual-with rain and mountain snow arriving in steady intervals."
"Idaho falls within the Intermountain region of the Old Farmer's Almanac forecast, which also includes Boise, Salt Lake City, and Spokane. The region can expect above-normal temperatures this winter, with the coldest periods arriving in late November, early December, and early February. Precipitation is expected to be slightly above normal, and snowfall will vary by elevation-below normal in the north and above normal in the south. The snowiest periods are forecast for late January, early February, and late March."
The 2025-2026 winter forecast calls for mostly mild conditions nationally with localized stronger storms. Idaho, inside the Intermountain region, should see above-normal temperatures overall with the coldest stretches in late November, early December, and early February. Precipitation across the region will be slightly above normal, producing below-normal snowfall in northern Idaho and above-normal snowfall in southern Idaho and mountain areas. Snowiest windows are expected in late January, early February, and late March. Boise and southern Idaho will experience more moisture but fewer frigid days, while mountain passes and ski towns should receive substantial snow. Homeowners are advised to complete November maintenance tasks such as testing smoke detectors and replacing batteries.
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