Alabama can expect a warmer-than-average winter this season, according to the Old Farmers’ Almanac, which released its 2025-2026 winter forecast on Thursday.
Does the Old Farmer’s Almanac see snow this winter in Alabama? Here’s what to know.
What is the Deep South region on the Farmers’ Almanac?
Farmers Almanac regions
According to the Old Farmers’ Almanac map, Alabama falls under Region 8: The Deep South. This region includes cities like Montgomery, Mobile, Nashville, New Orleans, Little Rock, Shreveport and Tupelo.
Will it snow this year in Alabama?
The Old Farmer’s Almanac’s winter forecast for Ohio depends on where you live. It could be cold and snowy, mild and dry, or cold and dry.
Precipitation levels are forecasted to be below normal, meaning a drier winter for much of the Deep South. Snowfall is expected to be below average, with the best chances for snow limited to the northern area in mid-November, late January and early February.
When will it be the coldest in Alabama?
While temperatures will generally stay above normal in the deep South region, the Almanac predicts several chilly snaps, particularly in:
What is the Old Farmers’ Almanac
While the almanac certainly isn’t scientific, it provides a brief summary as to why people still turn to it for long-term forecasts.
“For over 200 years, the Farmers’ Almanac has been predicting long-range weather forecasts to help you plan ahead.
These forecasts are created using a tried-and-true formula that adapts to the mysteries of nature and the ever-changing world in which we live. The basis of our prediction method was developed by our founding editor according to correlations between celestial events and various meteorological conditions.”
For more information, visit The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
Jennifer Lindahl is a Breaking and Trending Reporter for the Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Connect with her on X @jenn_lindahl and email at jlindahl@gannett.com.
Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on The Tuscaloosa News: Will it snow this winter in Alabama? See Old Farmers’ Almanac outlook
