You Might Be Surprised To Hear The Predictions About Indiana's Snowy And Wet Upcoming Winter
By Tori Jane|Published September 13, 2023
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Each and every year, our pals at Farmers’ Almanac release their thoughts on what the seasons ahead will hold. The year 2023 is no different, with brand-new predictions for Indiana’s winter on deck. So, what will this year hold? Let’s see – and remember, no long-range weather forecast is ever 100 percent accurate or truly reliable; these are based on an ages-old formula and some other things, but ultimately, it’s all for fun. This may or may not be perfectly accurate, but it’ll definitely be fun to see how close they got this year.
After a weirdly mild winter in the Midwest last year, this year is slated to be different - a little more like what we're all used to.
As usual, Indiana and its surrounding states are expected to be cold - that's obvious every year thanks to our climate - but this year, we can hopefully expect to see more stormy weather than last, too.
This year's predictions have a powerful additional driver behind them: El Nino.
El Nino is a weather pattern that affects the entire United States (and everywhere else) depending on its presence or absence (or the presence of La Nina, its "opposite" event). During El Nino years, the southern US sees wetter and stormier conditions than the northern US, and parts of the southwest might see far more rain than average, which can be problematic when it becomes too much.
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Luckily for us, up here, El Nino isn't quite as influential as it is in many other places.
This year, per the Farmers' Almanac, we should see a general return to what's "normal" - wet, stormy, snowy conditions with occasional episodes of deep freezes and blizzards. It should hopefully feel a little more "normal" this season than last.
Personally, I hope they're right. I know winter can be tough, but ultimately, it's still so beautiful.
Plus, who says winter in Indiana can't be the best time of year? I sure don't! For example, there are some awesome winter hikes in Indiana that are so awesome I'd even go as far as to say they're better when it's chilly out!
There are also many campgrounds that are still open, as well as our state and National parks.
Of course, Indiana has had its share of devastating historic winter storms, but thankfully, those are the exception - not the rule. Some Hoosiers might even say winter's their favorite season - not something you'd probably hear a lot of in, say, Minnesota!
No matter what happens this winter, be sure to stay warm and stay weather aware!
You never know when Mother Nature is going to drop a surprise on us, so it helps to be ready always - just in case. Drive safe, and be sure to bundle up.
For more information, including the full winter 2023-2025 predictions and more regionally specific ones, too, be sure to check out the official Farmers’ Almanac website. What do YOU think this winter will bring? How much stock do you put into the ol’ Almanac? Let me know in the comments!
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