Old Farmer’s Almanac Predicting Colder, Drier Winter for Michigan

While some forecasters are predicting a snowier winter than Michigan has seen in years, the Old Farmer's Almanac isn't so convinced.

The venerable publication has released its regional projections for the winter of 2024-25, and it's calling for below average snowfall for the Lower Great Lakes region.

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That's not to say we won't see snowflakes - we certainly will.

What the Old Farmer's Almanac Says About Snow in Michigan This Winter

As far as Michigan is concerned, what the Old Farmer's Almanac calls the "Lower Lakes Region" is pretty much any place south of a line from around Alpena to Traverse City.

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Those along the shore of Lake Michigan and several miles inland particularly can expect bouts of lake effect snow throughout the winter.

While the almanac says our region will have below average snowfall overall this winter, it predicts "the most snow in late December, from late January into early February, and from late February into early March."

How Cold Will It Be in Michigan This Winter?

According to the Old Farmer's Almanac, the western reaches of the Lower Lakes Region (which would include Michigan) can look for a colder than normal winter, with "the coldest periods expected in early and late November, in early December, and from late January into early February."

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If that holds true, ice fishing could return to Michigan this winter - unlike last year.

What Will Winter Be Like in the Upper Peninsula This Year?

The almanac forecasts below average snowfall for the Upper Midwest as well - including Michigan's Upper Peninsula and the extreme northern part of Lower Michigan. However, temperatures aren't expected to be quite as cold as usual.