Alabama’s Winter Forecast Is in (And It’s Not What You’d Expect)

Are you ready for what’s coming this winter in Alabama? The Farmer's Almanac 2025 winter predictions for Alabama are in, and it's not what you'd expect! The Farmer's 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 Farmer's Almanac winter forecast for Alabama has to say. If the predictions are accurate, we can expect a warmer-than-average winter with below-normal precipitation.

Overall, Alabama’s 2025-2026 winter predictions call for warmer-than-average temperatures, which translates to around 55°F for the entire state and varies a bit depending on the region.

Alabama's temperatures can vary greatly depending on whether you're in the north or south of the state. Average temperatures for northern Alabama in the winter range from 36°F to 55°F, while coastal Alabama sees highs up to 62°F and lows of 48°F.

While winter officially begins on December 21, the extended forecast predicts a “mostly mild with pockets of wild” 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 across the board.

The exception to this is in Appalachia and much of the southeast, where they're predicting a colder-than-normal winter.

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.

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 not to 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. With a bit of luck, perhaps Northern Alabama can ring in the new year with a light dusting!

Even with the wet weather predictions this year, the Farmer's Almanac points to historical NOAA National Weather Service data that gives Alabama a less-than-10 percent chance of a white Christmas.

The coldest period in Alabama's 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're planning to travel this year, 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. Visit the Farmer's Almanac website to learn more about winter predictions across the country.

For things to do during the season (and road conditions permit), check out these must-visit winter destinations in Alabama. Feeling inspired? Try planning your own trip using Only In Your State’s itinerary planner.