Old Farmer’s Almanac Forecast: Will Des Moines, Iowa and the Heartland See a White Christmas?
Dreaming of a white Christmas? The Old Farmer’s Almanac weather predictions are out now! Discover if snow might arrive in Des Moines, Iowa on December 25. 🌐 #News #Iowa #Weather #Forecast
DES MOINES, IA – With the holidays fast approaching, everyone in Des Moines, Iowa and across the Heartland is wondering if Christmas morning might bring fresh snow. Experts are looking at the odds, while the rest of the country waits to see what winter has planned. Will this part of the Midwest wake up to a snowy view—or a calmer holiday scene?
Christmas Weather 2024: Will It Be a Snowy Holiday?
Current forecasts suggest certain central areas of the U.S. have a better shot at a winter wonderland. The 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac hints at a milder winter overall for much of the country, but some regions might still see snow.
What Are the Chances of Snow on Christmas?
Curious about your area’s snow prospects? Historical data offers clues. NOAA’s decades of weather records reveal which regions are most likely to see a snowy December 25 and which typically miss out.
Snowy Favorites in the Northeast and Great Lakes
Northern states like Maine, Minnesota, North Dakota, Michigan, and Wisconsin often wake up to snow on Christmas morning. These regions experience early snowfall that sticks due to consistent cold temperatures. Minneapolis, for instance, has around an 80% chance most years. In northern Michigan and Minnesota, roughly three out of four Christmases are snowy. The White Mountains in northern New Hampshire boast a 97% chance, while northern Vermont ranges between 75% and 95%. However, further south, Boston’s odds drop significantly to about 20%.
Western U.S. Mountain Magic
Snow is more likely in higher elevations out West. Missoula, Montana, enjoys a 98% chance of snow on December 25. Idaho City, close to Boise, comes in at 94%, while Salt Lake City sees about a 50% likelihood. In Colorado, elevation plays a big role. Areas east of Denver have a 40% chance, but head southwest to Boulder, and it rises to 77%. Even Flagstaff, Arizona, has a 44% chance of snow.
Lower Odds in Other Regions
Outside these snowy zones, chances for a white Christmas are slim. Much of the Plains, the Mid-Atlantic, the South, Texas-Oklahoma, and cities like Washington, D.C. (at a mere 6%), don’t typically see snow on December 25.
Regional Snow Predictions for 2025
According to The 2025 Old Farmer’s Almanac, snow may elude most regions this Christmas. Northern Maine has a chance, but other parts of New England likely won’t. The Atlantic Corridor, Appalachians, Southeast, and Florida lean toward no snow, as do the Lower Great Lakes and Upper Midwest. The Ohio Valley could get lucky, while the Heartland has a better shot at snow. Northern stretches of the High Plains, particularly near I-70, may see flakes, and the Rockies remain promising for snowfall.
Meanwhile, snow looks unlikely for northern Arizona, the Desert Southwest, the Pacific Northwest, and the Pacific Southwest. Alaska has solid odds for snow, but Hawaii will stay snow-free.
How Des Moines and the Heartland Fit In
Des Moines and the broader Heartland region sit in one of the better spots for a white Christmas this year. While many parts of the country may see little more than chilly air, this region’s conditions favor the holiday scene that many dream about.
Wrapping It Up
If your wish is a snowy December 25, Des Moines may just deliver this season. Although the nation’s forecasts vary widely, the Heartland stands a stronger chance than most at a snowy holiday. Keep these outlooks in mind as Christmas approaches, and enjoy the season—whatever the weather brings.
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