Michigan Winter Snowfall Predictions – How Much?
It’s starting to feel like winter outside, and we all know that snow is on the way in Michigan. New winter 2022/2023 snowfall predictions are out based on the recent La Nina trend. So, what should we expect this winter? Let’s get into it.
According to Severe-Weather.eu, new data shows that the Nina jet stream pattern is changing the potential for snowfall over North America. “The colder air is more easily accessible to the northern United States, which increases the snowfall potential when moisture is available. In the graphic below by NOAA-Climate, you can see the average snowfall pattern for weak La Nina years, as expected for this Winter season,” they state.
While a La Nina usually results in more snowfall across North America, including in Michigan, this year might be the exception. According to the report, in December and January, the Midwest is expected to get less than average snowfall. If you’re like me and dislike show, then this is welcomed news. However, the snowfall should pick up in February. By then, spring is in sight, though, so I actually don’t mind some extra show in February. Here’s more information from Severe-Weater.eu on the predicted snowfall for this winter:
“Over North America, we see a similar forecast, with most of the country having below-average snow depth over the entire Winter average. Except for the far northwest and western Canada. It is also perhaps surprising to see, as the Midwest and the far northeast, typically get more snow in a La Nina winter. The December snow depth forecast shows less snow cover over most of the United States and Canada. One exception is far western Canada and small parts of the northwestern United States.
January snow depth forecast shows more snowfall expanding over from far western Canada into the northwestern United States. But the lack of snowfall over the Midwest and parts of the northeastern United States is surprising in a La Nina winter forecast. That is why we use more models to analyze the snowfall potential. The February snow depth forecast shows some increased snowfall potential over the northwestern United States and expanding over western and southern Canada. However, we are seeing areas of increased snowfall over parts of the Midwest starting to appear.”
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