The Farmers Almanac Predicts Winter 2020 In New Mexico Will Have Lower Temps And Above Average Amounts Of Snow

If you’ve lived in the Southwest for any period of time, you’re probably not too afraid of winter weather. We’ve heard horror stories from our friends in the North about extreme cold and blizzards that are seemingly unending. Winter in the Land of Enchantment might be worse than outsiders think (we do get snow, after all,) but this year is predicted to be less than ideal. Thanks to the long-form forecast, Farmer’s Almanac, we can take a look into the future and see what the new seasons might bring. Unfortunately, the Southwest takes the brunt of Mother Nature this year with colder temperatures and more snow throughout New Mexico than is average.

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The 2019-20 Winter Farmer's Almanac has been released, and unfortunately, New Mexicans might not be happy about this year's winter weather predictions. Lochaven/Flickr The Old Farmer's Almanac is used by many to predict upcoming weather patterns so they can plan accordingly. Jirka Matousek/Flickr Farmer's Almanac uses a top secret formula with many complex mathematical and astronomical formulas, as well as many other factors taken into account to best predict long-term forecasts. Some aspects include sunspot activity, tidal movements, the ways the planets are aligned, and even the moon. Despite popular and often unfounded belief, New Mexico can get quite cold in the winter. BFS Man/Flickr We even see snow, especially in the mountains. That said, we often have a milder winter than the rest of the country. Mike Lewinski/Flickr In 2020, New Mexico can expect more snow and colder temperatures than average, especially in January. Wild & Scenic Rivers/Flickr If you're not ready for temperatures to drop, now is the time to prepare. Jirka Matousek/Flickr With the predictions in, New Mexicans can prepare to bundle up and brace for the conditions. It might be colder than normal this winter, but at least our state is just as beautiful beneath a layer of fresh powder. Jim Choate/Flickr For more information, you can visit the Old Farmers' Almanac website right here

What are your thoughts on these upcoming winter predictions? Do you follow the Old Farmer’s Almanac? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments section.

Don’t fear, it’s not winter quite yet! Before it gets too cold, make sure to get out and see all of the fall foliage. One of the best ways to do that is to take a fall foliage road trip throughout the Land of Enchantment.