US winter is likely to be wetter and warmer, forecasters say. If you want more snow, look south

Federal forecasters and meteorologists predict that the upcoming winter in the United States will be generally warmer and wetter than average. The seasonal outlook attributes these shifting weather patterns to the influence of El Niño, which is expected to alter precipitation and temperature trends across the country.

Despite the expectation of increased moisture, the outlook suggests that higher precipitation will not necessarily translate into more snowfall for northern regions. Instead, the forecast indicates that the southern United States is more likely to experience increased snowfall compared to other parts of the country.