The US is expected to have a unique winter season due to an El Nino pattern, which is different from the previous three La Nina winters. El Nino tends to keep the East mild and can lead to significant snowstorms. A map showing the average first snowfall dates in the US was presented, with areas in the north and west typically seeing snow earlier than those in the south and east.
However, this year's El Nino pattern is expected to push back the first snowfall dates in some areas, such as Boston, Chicago, and St. Louis. On the other hand, some western areas, including California, Arizona, and New Mexico, may see snow earlier than usual.
The presenter made a bold prediction that Nashville, Tennessee, will see its first measurable snowfall on January 3, 2024, at 10:33 pm. The presenter also encouraged viewers to watch the annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023, and to get solar eclipse glasses to protect their eyes.
Here are the key facts from the text:
1. El Nino is expected to occur in the Pacific this winter.
2. Sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean are higher than usual.
3. The Southern jet stream is expected to be amplified this winter.
4. The amplified Southern jet stream can cause more frequent and intense snowstorms.
5. The first measurable snowfall dates vary across the US.
6. The green zone on the map typically sees little to no snow.
7. The light blue region on the map typically sees its first snowfall around December 30th.
8. The darker blue region on the map typically sees its first snowfall between December 15th and December 30th.
9. The light purple region on the map typically sees its first snowfall between December 1st and December 15th.
10. The darker purple region on the map typically sees its first snowfall between November 16th and December 1st.
11. The pink region on the map typically sees its first snowfall between November 1st and November 16th.
12. The gray region on the map can see snow as early as October 2nd.
13. El Nino years are notorious for keeping things mild, especially in the East.
14. The story changes for the West, where El Nino can cause more precipitation.
15. A total solar eclipse occurred in 2017.
16. An annular solar eclipse will occur on October 14, 2023.
17. A total solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, which will be visible in the Central and Eastern US.
18. The North American blizzard of 2003 occurred during a moderate to strong El Nino.
19. The January blizzard of 2016 dropped three feet of snow across a huge chunk of the Mid-Atlantic region.
20. The 2023-2024 winter season is expected to be very different from previous years due to El Nino.
21. The North Central US is expected to see warmer temperatures and less snow than usual.
22. The West is expected to see snow earlier than usual, especially in higher elevations.
23. A forecast map shows where snow is expected to fall later or earlier than average this year.
24. Nashville, Tennessee is predicted to see its first measurable snowfall on January 3rd, 2024.