2017-18 Winter Weather Outlook
Expect another warmer-than-normal winter this season
We’re pleased to share our 2017-18 Winter Weather Outlook! Our research points toward a warmer-than-normal winter with an underlying theme of heightened temperature and precipitation variability. While this winter is not likely to break warm records, our analysis points toward a warmer-biased start to the winter that could give way to an increased probability of periodic cold snaps in January and February. As a result, expect the most significant impacts to your supply chain network and operational planning decision-making to occur in the second half of the season.
Highlights from the report include:
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We expect this winter to feature themes similar to the past two warmer-than-normal seasons--a lack of long-term cold air intrusions, especially across the central and eastern U.S. |
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Despite these similarities, we do not expect record warmth this winter, as our research points toward heightened temperature variability in January and February. |
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The southern and eastern U.S. are the most likely regions to feature distinct warmer-than-normal conditions, while the Pacific Northwest, northern Rockies, and northern Plains are most likely to experience below-normal temperatures. |
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We forecast the northern U.S. to be the wettest region, while the southern U.S. will likely be on the dry side. Winter storm development and frequency is less likely compared to normal across the southern U.S. and along the East Coast. |
It will be important to monitor conditions closely so your business is positioned to react quickly to temperature and precipitation swings throughout the season.
Read the full report by clicking the link below.
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