The AccuWeather extended winter forecast predicts a rough winter in parts of the U.S.
By late winter, the Northeast could see some intense storms.
This week, Cape Cod temperatures stay relatively warm, but begin to drop Thursday.
This winter, Rhode Island could see more snow , but total accumulation "may still fall below the historical average" as storms during mid- to late winter may produce a mix of rain and snow , rather than just snow, according to AccuWeather.
" The AccuWeather 2025-2026 U.S. Winter Forecast predicts a 'bookend' winter for the central and eastern U.S., with the biggest storms expected around the opening and the final weeks of the season," a release from AccuWeather stated.
The report added that early-season storms will likely track from Canada into the