Christmas is just around the corner, and so is the official start of winter! The winter solstice falls on December 21, 2025, marking the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. It’s also the shortest day of the year, which means the days will slowly start getting longer as we move toward spring.
This December feels different from the last few years, with much of the U.S. already experiencing snow and ice. So, will we have a white Christmas? The Farmer’s Almanac has shared its predictions for a snowy holiday season. Overall, they expect a milder winter across most of the country, which is good news for those who aren’t fans of extreme cold and heavy snow.
The areas most likely to see a white Christmas include Northern Maine, Minnesota, North Dakota, Michigan, and Wisconsin. These places often have snow by Christmas Day, thanks to their freezing temperatures. In fact, some regions, like the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and parts of North Dakota, have a white Christmas three out of four years!
On the flip side, areas like the Atlantic Corridor, Southeast, Florida, and parts of the Midwest are less likely to see snow. However, places like the Northeast, Appalachians, and Alaska still have a chance.
For Pennsylvania, the forecast suggests we’ll likely get some snow for the holidays. If it’s going to snow, it might as well be on Christmas!
