This winter, Central Texas is likely to see overall warmer and drier-than-normal conditions but that doesn’t rule out occasional cold snaps or volatile weather swings.

How cold will it be this winter in Houston? Could it snow? Here's a look at the 2025-26 winter outlook for Southeast Texas.

Monday, Dec. 1, marks the first day of meteorological winter. And this month could bring warmer-than-average temperatures to the state, according to one long-range forecast. Meteorological winter is made up of the months of December, January and February.

It's Dec. 1, but despite the snow we've been getting, the official start to winter is still three weeks out. Here's when winter technically begins.

The nation's winter forecast brings a familiar tale of geographic contrasts. While some regions prepare for milder temperatures and drier conditions, others should brace for colder weather and increased precipitation.