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What day is Thanksgiving? Check weather forecast

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Forecasts covering Monday, November 23, through Thursday, November 26, 2026, show vastly contrasting regional conditions across the country. The Southeast will enjoy predominantly mild weather with above-normal temperatures, whereas rain is expected to impact the Pacific Northwest and Northern California. Meanwhile, the Midwest, northern Plains, Rockies, and Great Lakes will lean colder with light snow that could create localized travel delays.

Key points

  • A major coast-to-coast storm is not expected to disrupt nationwide travel during the Than…: A major coast-to-coast storm is not expected to disrupt nationwide travel during the Thanksgiving holiday period.
  • Travelers through the northern Plains, Rockies, Midwest, and Great Lakes should prepare f…: Travelers through the northern Plains, Rockies, Midwest, and Great Lakes should prepare for cold temperatures and light snow.
  • Motorists in the Northwest should anticipate wet roads, while the Southeast is slated for…: Motorists in the Northwest should anticipate wet roads, while the Southeast is slated for mostly pleasant, mild conditions.

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Old Farmer's Almanac Thanksgiving 2026 weather forecast

According to Savannahnow, the Old Farmer's Almanac has predicted warm temperatures and showers for Thanksgiving in the Southeast with a sunny but cool weekend to follow. According to the National Weather Service's 30-day forecast, there are 33-40% chance of above-normal temperatures for all of Georgia and varying degrees of above-normal rain chances. It's looking especially rainy farther south where there's a 60-70% chance. This year's Farmers' Almanac Thanksgiving forecast predicting generally mild and pleasant conditions across the Southeast "with a good chance of dry weather and plenty of sunshine."ALSO READ: Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS carries a bizarre chemical clue suggesting it was formed 7 billion years ago, long before our Sun and Solar System existed

According to Old Farmer's Almanac, for the holiday week—Monday, November 23, through Thursday, November 26, 2026—the overall pattern across the United States looks more like a typical late-November setup than a major coast-to-coast storm. That’s good news for many travelers, although a…

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