Forecasters are already giving Ohioans an idea of what to expect this winter.
The Old Farmer's Almanac updated its winter weather forecast for the 2026-2027 season with snowfall predictions across the United States.
The 2025-26 Ohio winter season saw record-breaking amounts of snow. Will this weather repeat? Here's how much snow forecasters predict Ohio will get this year.
Winter 2026-2027 snowfall predictions for Ohio
The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts slightly below-normal snowfall this winter for the Ohio Valley region, which includes Cincinnati and Columbus.
Here's a more detailed look at the almanac's winter forecast for the Ohio Valley:
- Temperatures: Below normal.
- Coldest periods: Mid- and late January.
- Precipitation: Above normal in the east; below normal in the west.
- Snowfall: Slightly below normal.
- Snowiest periods: Mid- and late January, mid-February, and early March.
The Lower Lakes region, which includes all of northern Ohio, will experience near- to below-normal snowfall, according to The Old Farmer's Almanac.
Here's
a more detailed look at the almanac's winter forecast for the Lower Lakes region:
- Temperatures: Above normal.
- Coldest periods: Early January and early February.
- Precipitation: Above normal.
- Snowfall: Near to below normal.
- Snowiest periods: Early and late January and early February.
When does winter 2026 begin?
Winter starts in the Northern Hemisphere on the winter solstice, when the hemisphere is tilted farthest from the sun. This year, the winter solstice will occur on Monday, December 21, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
How accurate is the Old Farmer's Almanac?
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has published long-range weather predictions for more than two centuries, using a proprietary forecasting method it says combines solar activity, climate patterns and historical weather trends.
The publication boasts 80% accuracy, though some experts claim it's closer to 50%.
Meteorologists often caution that forecasts made several months in advance carry significant uncertainty, especially at the local level.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: How much snow will Ohio get this winter? See Old Farmer's Almanac map
