Are we going to have a mild winter after this very hot summer we've encountered?

It is difficult to predict the weather with certainty, but some meteorologists believe that a mild winter could follow a very hot summer. However, weather patterns can be unpredictable and can vary greatly from year to year. It is always best to stay informed by checking local weather forecasts for the most accurate information.

The Farmer's Almanac predicts a "season of shivers" with colder-than-normal temperatures across most of the country, including the Northeast, Great Lakes, Ohio Valley, northern Rockies, and northern Plains. However, the Pacific Northwest, northern California, and southern Plains are expected to experience milder-than-normal temperatures.

The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a "frosty flip-flop" winter, with cold and snowy conditions in December and January, followed by a milder February and March. The coldest periods are expected to be mid-December to early January and mid- to late January.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has not yet issued its winter outlook, but its Climate Prediction Center is currently forecasting a La Niña pattern to develop in the Pacific Ocean. La Niña is associated with cooler and wetter winters in the eastern United States, and warmer and drier winters in the western United States.

Overall, the long-range forecasts suggest that we may have a colder-than-normal winter in many parts of the country, especially in the eastern half of the United States. However, it is important to note that these forecasts are only predictions, and the actual weather can vary significantly.