More or less, Direct Weather’s assessment reflects El Niño. For temperature and snow, there’s a clear north-south split.

Farmers' Almanac winter forecast: See where 2026-27 could bring snow, storms, cold snaps and changing conditions across the U.S.

As summer heat continues across much of the country, many people are already wondering what kind of winter is ahead. Will snow arrive early? Could icy storms disrupt travel? Or will some areas see ...