Farmers' Almanac Winter Prediction Contradicts NOAA Forecast

Winter will be mixed in some states. "Overall, it looks like it's going to be a kinder and gentler winter, especially in the areas that had a rough winter last year," managing editor Sandi Duncan said in a statement. The east coast, from New England to Florida, could receive "much colder-than-normal winter temperatures." However, they will not be as frigid as conditions felt last winter. New England in particular should be sure to bundle up.

2010 predictions by NOAA's Climate Prediction Center is contradicting to the report from the Farmers' Almanac. The Almanac says the Northwest will experience a mild winter and the Southeast will have colder temperatures. However, NOAA has stated the opposite, they show cold weather in the Northwest, and warmer temperatures in the east.