NEW YORK, NY— A new forecast offers hope for a warm spring in New York, where residents are still recovering from a colossal winter storm that brought heavy snow, crippling ice and subzero windchills to an area stretching from Texas to Maine.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac’s 2026 spring forecast comes amid warnings of another significant winter storm this weekend that could affect much of the East Coast.
But let’s look ahead to spring, which officially begins with the vernal equinox on Friday, March 20.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac outlook suggests the weather in New York during April and May will be warmer and drier than usual.
According to the 2026 edition, here is what is expected for the New York area:
Temperature: Overall, the Northeast is slated for a warm spring. May is predicted to be the standout month, with temperatures averaging 3°F above normal. Precipitation: Both April and May are forecast to have below-average rainfall. Snowfall: No significant snowfall is forecast for the region during these two months, which is a relief for those who usually fear a late-season “April surprise.” May “Heat”: The latter half of May is specifically flagged for a significant warm-up, pushing the region into early summer-like conditions.
The Almanac predicts warmer-than-normal temperatures across most of the country. Temperatures that are closer to or below seasonal averages are expected in Parts of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and areas of Montana and Colorado.
Most of the country will also be drier than normal, with wetter conditions expected in Upper Alaska, Texas and Oklahoma, the Northern Appalachians, the High Plains, the Upper Midwest, and the Intermountain region.
The Almanac says it uses a “unique formula” to make its predictions, consulting solar science, climatology and meteorology.