Winter Weather Predictions for Southern Illinois from The Old Farmer’s Almanac

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has unveiled its 2024-2025 Winter Weather Forecast, presenting a mixed outlook for Illinois. While the national forecast suggests a “calmer, gentler” winter, the specifics for the Prairie State vary by region.

For the Ohio Valley region, which encompasses the southern third of Illinois, the almanac predicts a colder-than-normal winter. The coldest days are anticipated from late January through early February and again in late February.

In addition to the chill, above-average snowfall is expected for much of southern Illinois. The snowiest periods are forecasted for late December, late January into early February, late February, and mid-March.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac boasts an 80% accuracy rate in its long-range forecasts, using a combination of solar science, climatology, and meteorology to make predictions. Established in 1792, the almanac continues to be a trusted source for seasonal weather insights.