The sweltering heat of summer tightly grips the nation, creating everyday struggles as a vast heat dome persists.
From scorching pavement in the South to soaring humidity in the Midwest and Northeast, nearly 100 million Americans are dealing with “feel-like” temperatures that often touch or exceed triple digits.
In cities where mild summers are the norm, residents are breathless, facing weather conditions that resemble desert climates, with historic temperature records tumbling one after another.
The pressing question on many lips isn’t just “when will this end?” but also, “what’s next?”
In light of that, the Old Farmers Almanac has just shared its forecast for fall 2025, offering a sneak peek into what to expect as the season approaches.
For many, the news is a mixed bag. The sultry summer atmosphere we’re experiencing is likely to linger for a few more months, so it might be wise to hold off on storing those fans.
A seasoned Almanac forecaster predicts this fall will be warmer than usual across a large part of the United States.
Specifically, much of the western U.S. is expected to endure increased humidity.
“Picking pumpkins might feel a bit muggy this year,” the Almanac suggests.
Regions anticipating a relatively warm autumn include the southeast and the west, extending the summer heat into fall.
In contrast, areas like the Northeast and the Appalachian region may see cooler and drier conditions, which could result in vibrant fall foliage.
For the Northeast, these cooler temperatures along with below-average rainfall could lead to particularly stunning displays of autumn colors.
Regarding rainfall, the Almanac forecasts below-average precipitation for many states, covering areas from California to Florida and as far north as Maine.
However, a few exceptions exist; the High Plains and the Pacific Northwest are advised to keep umbrellas at the ready because of the anticipated wet weather.
Beyond seasonal predictions, the Almanac cautions of ongoing hurricane activity with a higher number of named storms expected to occur until November, marking the official end of hurricane season.
