United States Thanksgiving 2026 weather forecast predicts rain and snow

Long-range weather projections for Thanksgiving 2026 indicate a diverse mix of conditions across the United States that may impact holiday travel. According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, the holiday period will feature rain and mild temperatures along the Northeast and Atlantic Corridor, while the Upper Midwest and parts of Alaska are projected to see snow on Thanksgiving Day itself.

Other regions, including the Lower Lakes, may experience a mix of rain and snow. Conversely, much of the South, Southwest, High Plains, and Pacific Southwest are expected to see dry and sunny conditions. Because Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, these varying patterns across different climate zones could influence highway safety and airport logistics.