NOAA has released its seasonal outlook for the winter months, which predicts the U.S. will slowly transition into a La Niña pattern.

According to NOAA’s winter outlook for this coming winter, there is the possibility of some drought relief for us and much of the Great Lakes region. A developing La Niña is expected to have a positive influence on a higher potential for more precipitation this winter.

Following a record mild winter last year, Massachusetts may be in for another relatively mild but more snowy winter, as a likely La Nina system takes shape in the coming months, according to early