When will fall come knocking in the South? What the Farmers’ Almanac, National Weather Service say
The heat of the summer is still rising.
For some of us that means more fun in the sun, pool time and grilling out. However, for others that means timing outdoor activities for the morning and late evening to avoid a heat stroke.
If you label yourself as the latter, it’s probably safe to say you’re looking forward to fall, huh?
Sweater weather, football, soup season and pumpkins galore. Who doesn’t love fall?
The official start of the autumn season is on Saturday, Sept. 23 this year.
But the question every year, especially for the hot Southern states, is when will it begin to feel like fall outside?
Well, the Farmers’ Almanac and National Weather Service have the answers for you.
What Farmers’ Almanac says
Judging by the Farmers’ Almanac outlook map, Southern states will see near normal temperatures in fall and rainy weather.
“Cooler and drier weather should take hold during the fall, followed by a spell of cold and unsettled conditions in November and December. With the exception of the Southeast, where normal autumnal temperatures will prevail, the rest of the nation will experience a trend toward lower-than-normal temps,” according to the Farmers’ Almanac.
What the National Weather Service says
The National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center expects the Southeast region to have above average temperatures and above average precipitation for fall (September — November, 2023).
These warmer temperatures are due in part because of the El Niño, or the warming of surface waters during 2023. The National Weather Service predicts the El Niño to persist throughout the winter 2023 season and has since issued an El Niño Advisory.
Basically, this means the Southern regions will see warmer, wetter conditions throughout the fall.
What predictions do you agree with for this fall? Comment below to let us know.
This story was originally published August 22, 2023 at 7:00 AM.
