November snow

When Snow Falls – Just Not Your Average November!

Are we dreaming of a white Christmas, or just a warm November? Find out what's really going on with the weather!

November – the month that teeters on the edge of seasons! While some parts of Canada welcome their first blanket of snow, others are just scratching their heads under the warm sun and wondering if fall has hit pause. With Thanksgiving and Halloween safely in the rearview mirror, the countdown to the winter holidays begins, but what a rollercoaster ride of temperatures we’re in for this month!

Residents of New Jersey, for example, have been eagerly watching the skies, hoping for that first magical snowfall. Unfortunately, weather forecasters are giving a bit of a mixed message. While children dream of snowmen and hot cocoa, those snowflakes might not make an appearance just yet. The long-term forecast is painting a picture of patience as it looks like it will take a little longer for the first snow to grace their front yards.

On the flip side, Prince Edward Island is living in a different reality altogether. With temperatures dancing around a comfortable 5º to 11º Celsius, locals are starting to wonder if there’s a secret warm pocket that’s forgotten the arrival of winter! It’s like Mother Nature couldn’t decide if it’s time to snow or shine, leaving everyone on tenterhooks about what to wear – parkas or shorts?

So as we embrace this quirky November, it’s clear; snowfall is not a universal occurrence this month. In fact, while some are swaddled in cozy winter coats, others are still enjoying that autumn breeze. The unpredictability of November weather is truly fascinating, reminding us all that our seasons have no rules. And just to keep you engaged, did you know that the average November snowfall varies wildly? While Denver might see over ten inches, places like Seattle can expect – wait for it – almost none! Or that snowflakes can be six-sided wonders? Now that’s something worth marveling at!