Will the NYC area get snow for Christmas this year?
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NEW YORK CITY - If you were dreaming of waking up to a white Christmas in the New York City area this year? The Farmer's Almanac says to keep dreaming!
Local perspective:
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its highly anticipated 2026 White Christmas Forecast, and the outlook for New York City is decidedly green.
The entire Atlantic Corridor, a region stretching along the East Coast that includes the New York City metro area, is firmly predicted to experience "Not a White Christmas" this year.
To officially qualify as a White Christmas, the National Weather Service requires at least one inch of snow on the ground on Christmas morning.
Big picture view:
While the broader Northeast region further up the map is expected to see a festive dusting, NYC residents will likely be navigating dry sidewalks across all five boroughs as families around the region make their way to Christmas gatherings on clear roads.
Old Farmer's Almanac winter forecast: How much snow will NYC area get this year?
New Yorkers bracing for winter can expect a reprieve from extreme, prolonged freezing this year.
What's next:
Beyond Christmas, the Almanac has predicted a pretty mild winter for New York City and its surrounding suburbs.
The whole region is expected to see above-average temperatures and slightly below-normal snowfall for the entire season.
The Source: Information from this article was sourced from the Old Farmer's Almanac.