Get Ready To Bundle Up, The Farmers Almanac is Predicting Below Average Temperatures This Winter In Massachusetts

Winter in New England can be a bit of a drag. It's gray, it's freezing cold, the days are shorter, and the season seems incredibly long compared to the others. Then there's the snow we have to shovel. Whether it's a blizzard or nor'easter, the potential for snow to dump on the Bay State is pretty high, especially for those who live further from the coast. So, start taking inventory of what cold-weather gear you have, because this upcoming winter in Massachusetts is expected to have average to below-average temperatures and be slushy, icy, and snowy! Here's the Farmers' Almanac winter weather forecast for Massachusetts for winter 2022-2023.

Since 1818, the Farmers' Alamanac has been a trusted source for annual weather prediction in both the United States and Canada.

Looking at the Farmers' Almanac winter weather predictions for the 2022-2023 season, Massachusetts will have its normal winter chill with snowy/icy/slushy conditions. Then in January, expect VERY cold temperatures before the calm of February. At least we have February to look forward to... we hope.

January will start out cold for most of the country. Then, slowly but surely, it will get colder.

Expect the coldest temperatures from the middle to the later part of the month.

Also during January, expect storm activity that will bring snow, sleet, rain, and ice. Sidewalks and driveways are sure to get slippery during this time, so be sure to have some bags of salt on hand.

And in March, we ought to start seeing temperatures continue to warm up, with a bit of a "lion" ending to the month in the form of lots of storms.

It's best to be prepared for the upcoming winter season no matter what happens. Take stock of your cold-weather gear, make sure you have a shovel or snow-blower, and get the number of someone who has a plow, just in case!

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You can check out the full extended winter forecast for the 2022-2023 winter season on the Farmers' Almanac website.