The Farmers Almanac Predicts Winter 2020 In Virginia Will Have Frosty Temps And Above Average Amounts Of Snow
The Farmers’ Almanac releases a prediction each year about the upcoming winter. These predictions are based on factors such as tidal action, planetary positions, sunspots and more, and help us plan for the season ahead. The Almanac claims a near 80 percent accuracy rate, which is why it has been historically relied on for both farmers and other citizens in the Old Dominion. This upcoming winter is bound to be memorable, considering it’s already been deemed as a “Polar Coaster.” In other words, temperatures will be up and down so often that it’ll feel like a wintery ride. Here in Virginia, we can expect rain, snow, and sleet — in any given order.
The Farmers' Almanac extended forecast makes one thing clear: expect the unexpected. Temperatures will vary so much that the term "Polar Coaster Winter" is all-too appropriate.
Of course, with a state as sizable as Virginia, temperatures will vary depending on where you live. It's believed the northern part of the state, closest to the D.C. area, will experience colder-than-normal temperatures for a majority of the season.
The eastern third of the country is expected to experience above-average precipitation as well. Depending on the temperature, this could translate to snow, hail, sleet, or rain.
The wild ride will be at its most dramatic at the beginning of January and last well through February, according to the report. So bundle up and prepare for lots of chill!
What are your thoughts on this upcoming winter prediction? Be sure to share with us in the comments below! For more information about the extended forecast, you can visit the Farmers’ Almanac website by clicking here.
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Alexandria. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
