The NOAA winter forecast does not specify how much precipitation will fall as rain, snow or ice, only that more or less is likely overall. Snow forecasts depend upon the strength and track of winter storms, which generally cannot be predicted more than a week in advance, according to Weather Service meteorologists.

The annual U.S. winter outlook report predicts La Niña weather patterns throughout the country. Here's what it means for New Hampshire's winter.

The winter outlook for Oklahoma is a bit warmer than usual, but that's not all for the winter ahead, according to the NOAA.

The annual U.S. winter outlook report predicts La Niña weather patterns throughout the country. Here's what it means for Indiana's winter.