Florida and South Dakota Facing Nearly Equal Snow Levels as U.S. Heads Toward Lowest Christmas Snow Cover on Record
UNITED STATES — Unseasonably warm conditions across the country are setting the stage for what may become the lowest Christmas snow cover ever recorded in the United States. Current weather data shows that regions typically blanketed in white during December are entering the holiday with bare ground and above-normal temperatures.
This year is so unusual that Florida and South Dakota currently have nearly the same amount of snow on the ground: none.
Record-Low Christmas Snow Coverage Expected Nationwide
Weather models highlight that states known for early-season snowfall are seeing rare snow-free conditions. From the Northern Plains into the Upper Midwest, and stretching toward the Canadian border, areas that normally expect a December snowpack are experiencing little to none.
Key observations include:
- South Dakota reporting minimal to no measurable snow
- Florida showing nearly identical snow levels — essentially zero
- Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota, and parts of New England unusually snowless
- Warm temperatures preventing any meaningful accumulation
If these trends continue, meteorologists say the U.S. may enter Christmas with the least national snow coverage on record.
Warm Weather Pattern Blocking Traditional Winter Conditions
A dominant ridge of high pressure is keeping cold Arctic air locked far to the north. Without sustained cold, light snowfall melts quickly or never sticks at all. Forecasters note that much of the country is seeing temperatures more typical of early fall than late December.
A White Christmas Unlikely for Most Americans
For families hoping for holiday snowfall, 2025 is shaping up to be a disappointment. Outside of higher-elevation western areas, very few states are expected to see meaningful snow on the ground for Christmas Day.
The near-complete lack of snow cover may affect:
- Winter tourism and ski resorts
- Local holiday events
- Transportation and travel expectations
Warmer-than-normal conditions are expected to persist into the final week before Christmas. Stay updated with the latest national weather developments at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
