Iowa Storm Center has released its final forecast for the temperature and precipitation factors associated with the upcoming La Nina, covering the months from November 2024 to May 2025.
Iowa has experienced a dry spell over the past two months, but there is some good news on the horizon. As we approach the upcoming season, an active period is expected, thanks to the influence of La Nina. Interestingly, the years 2010-2011 and 2016-2017 are of particular interest, as they presented unique challenges to forecasters.
This La Nina is expected to be weak to moderate, resulting in average snowfall for the northern half of Iowa. However, central and southern parts of the state, especially the southeast, can expect above-average snowfall. Additionally, temperatures will be below average, and we can anticipate multiple instances of cold air throughout the season.
There is increasing confidence in the development of a robust weather system that will bring a surge of cold air around the middle of November. This is when we can expect the possibility of the first significant snowfall event of the season.
– Meteorologist Maurer –
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