La Niña is present again this winter, which can have significant impacts on winter weather around the United States.
Winter projections show some above average precipitation for some northern states, but above average temperatures could limit the snowfall this winter.
El Niño and La Niña are parts of a natural cycle featuring temperature changes in the Pacific Ocean. During La Niña, the ocean is cooler than normal, and El Niño is when the temperatures are warmer than normal.
Looking ahead, here’s what you can expect over the next few days:
How does this year compare to the previous 10 years? The map below shows where there has been more or less snow than average.