Much of the country is looking at a warmer than average winter. That's according to NOAA, which released its forecast yesterday.
The agency’s Climate Prediction Center says the warmer weather outlook is especially true across the Southwest and southern U.S. The Pacific Northwest is projected to deal with temperatures that are below normal.
As for precipitation this winter, it looks like the drought-stricken Southwest won't get much relief, as they look to get below normal rainfall. The Pacific Northwest and part of the Midwest will see more than normal. The Northeast is tipping towards typical temps and precip.
Source: NOAA