Are you ready for what’s coming this winter in Alabama? The Farmers' Almanac 2024 winter in Alabama predictions are in. The Farmers’ Almanac has been a relatively reliable source for long-range weather forecasts since 1818. For those of us who know how the weather in Alabama seems to turn on a dime, it may seem funny to see the words “reliable” and “long-range weather forecast” in a sentence. However, those who swear by the almanac claim it has as much as 85 percent accuracy. With that in mind, it’s worth a look into what the Farmers' Almanac winter forecast for Alabama has to say. If the predictions are accurate, we can expect a mild but damp winter season and a “wet winter whirlwind” for the rest of the country.

Overall, Alabama’s 2024-2025 winter predictions call for average temperatures, which translates to around 48 F for the entire state and varies a bit depending on the region.

What won’t be considered average is our precipitation. The reason? The almanac is taking into account the possibility of an El Niño, which occurs when the water temperature off South America’s Pacific Coast is unusually high. Should it happen, the entire country can expect more wet conditions than normal.

While winter officially begins on December 21, the extended forecast predicts a “temperate, uneventful winter” for the upcoming season. Some regions including New England, as well as states in the north-central region of the U.S. and even the northern and central parts of adjacent states, can expect some frosty conditions, but overall the winter will be fairly mild.

If you’re a snowbird heading south soon, you might pack a little lighter than you usually would. As you aim to escape the more frigid conditions around your summer home, the extended forecast predicts a “warmish winter, with above-average temperatures” in store for Alabama and the Southeast region.

Instead of being caught off-guard by unpredictable temps, use them as a good reason to gear up for the winter. Check out REI’s wide selection of options for cold weather clothing, which is the best plan for fluctuating temps.

If you’re anything like me, you may be wondering what this means for the holiday season in Alabama and more specifically — snow on Christmas Day. Alabamians know to not count on it, but that doesn’t mean we’re not dreaming of it - or that it never happens. The chance of a white Christmas is not in our stars this year but we’ll keep on hoping that future winter weather predictions in Alabama will be extra frosty.

Even with the wet weather predictions this year, the Farmers’ Almanac points to historical NOAA National Weather Service data that gives Alabama a less-than-10 percent chance.

The coldest period in the Alabama winter predictions is for late November and late January into early February. Prepare now to embrace it by stocking up on hot chocolate, fuzzy blankets, and anything else to stay cozy. If you plan on traveling this year, be sure to check out our ultimate packing list for cold-weather essentials.

If you’re feeling the chilly temps and yet “not feeling it” about winter weather in general, it’s the perfect time to start gardening wish lists or holiday break plans for spring, which rolls back around on March 20.

For things to do during the season (and road conditions permit), check out these must-visit winter destinations in Alabama. Are you a devotee of the yearly winter forecasts? What do you think about the Farmers' Almanac 2024 winter in Alabama predictions? Tell us below!