After a Woefully Cold Winter, Spring Should Be Warmer Than Normal, According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac

While the country settles into six more weeks of winter, the good news is that when spring finally arrives, it will bring warmer-than-usual temperatures with it.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has released its annual forecast for the coming spring season, and much of the country will enjoy warmer temperatures, a welcome respite after the bitter chill that has plagued the nation since the start of the year.

From polar vortexes lasting weeks on end to bomb cyclones bringing snow as far west as New Mexico, a warmer long-range forecast means that homeowners can begin to plan accordingly for important outdoor projects that need to be done outside.

Still, some places have a better outlook than others, as rising temperatures don’t necessarily mean the end of wet weather.

Spring 2026 temperatures and weather: A look at where you live

The outlook for April and May predicts warmer-than-normal temperatures across much of the United States, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. However, there are a few exceptions.

Parts of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Colorado are expected to see temperatures closer to—or below—seasonal averages.

From Spokane, WA, to Salt Lake City, temperatures are expected to be cooler and wetter than normal. Along the Pacific Northwest coast, temperatures will be average in April, but May will be cooler than normal in the North and warmer than normal in the South.

In the Northeast, temperatures are expected to be warmer than average, especially in May, with a 3-degree-above-normal increase predicted. Snowfall is out of the question, and overall precipitation is expected to be below average in both April and May.

In cities such as Boston, along the Atlantic Corridor, temperatures will also be warmer than usual, but more rain is expected—still, no snow once April arrives.

Heading south, in the Carolinas and Georgia, temperatures will be warmer than usual. April will thankfully be drier than usual, but May is forecast to bring rain ahead of the official start of hurricane season.

Florida homeowners should prepare for the same, with warmer temperatures returning in spring, along with wetter weather.

Michigan and the surrounding Great Lakes states will welcome warmer temperatures—especially closer to May—and precipitation will vary depending on where you live. Rainfall will be below normal in the East and above normal in the West.

Those living in the Ohio Valley are in for a wet season, with precipitation expected to be above normal in the Eastern states. The same goes for states in the Deep South, though they’ll also enjoy warmer-than-normal temperatures, with April 4 degrees above average and May 1 degree below average.

In heartland states such as Iowa, Missouri, and eastern Kansas and Nebraska, expect a warm spring (5 degrees above average in April), with very little rainfall unless you live farther South.

Texas and Oklahoma homeowners will see temperatures 5 degrees above average in April before a cool-off in May.

A warmup will hit the Desert Southwest by April, before areas of New Mexico, Arizona, and Southeastern California reach their seasonal averages by May.

As for Alaska and Hawaii, spring will bring warmer-than-normal temperatures to both states. Alaska will experience above-normal precipitation in the north, while the central and western regions of the Hawaiian Islands will see above-normal rainfall.

How homeowners can prepare for spring

As the snow begins to melt and warmer temperatures move in, homeowners should begin to take stock.

Whether you’re preparing to sell your home in the spring or just want to make sure your house is in good condition, there are a few things you should do in the lead-up to the season.

Inspecting the outside of your home for any storm damage is a crucial step, especially if you live in an area that was hit by major winter storms.

Depending on where you live—and what kind of home you have—it’s possible that your house took a beating during harsh, cold weather. Avoid nasty surprises—like a leaky roof—by giving everything a once-over now.

While we’re talking about the roof, it would be a good idea to have your chimney cleaned as well. But unless you have the proper safety equipment to climb onto your roof and clean the chimney safely, it’s best to leave this to the professionals.

Finally, neglecting all the organic material that built up in your gutters over the past few months could result in significant structural damage to your home, so it’s best to check them as soon as the snow is gone.