Your Long-Range Outlook for Christmas Week Across North America
Over the river and through the wood—to Grandfather’s house we go! Whether your journey is a snowy drive, a cross-country flight, or a short stroll to family celebrations, our Christmas 2025 Travel Weather Forecast offers an early look at conditions across the U.S. and Canada.
These maps, overlaid on major U.S. highways, highlight where snow, rain, or sunshine may appear during Christmas week. While not a day-by-day forecast, these regional trends are ideal for holiday travelers, hosts, and planners preparing for one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
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Christmas Week Weather: Snow, Storms, and Sunshine
Christmas week 2025 brings a wide range of winter weather across North America—from snow-covered roads to clear skies. Here’s a quick overview before diving into regional details:
Snowy Travel Conditions
Snow is expected across many areas of the United States, including the Northeast, Upper Midwest, Lower Lakes, the eastern Ohio Valley, and Alaska—where scattered snow showers and flurries may make traveling a challenge statewide—leading to a chance for a white Christmas.
In Canada, snowy conditions are forecast across most of the country, including Quebec, Ontario, Nunavut, the Yukon (especially in the southern area of the territory), southern Northwest Territories, and in the northern Prairies and northeastern British Columbia.
Stormy and Rainy
Storms and rain are expected in the northern Pacific Northwest prior to Christmas and the Alaska Panhandle, with rain or snow showers across the Intermountain and High Plains regions. The Pacific Southwest will also see a few showers later in the week for the return trip home.
In Canada, showers or snow are likely in Atlantic Canada, southern British Columbia, and northwest to north-central B.C.
Sunny and Pleasant Conditions
Sunny skies and minimal precipitation are forecast for the Atlantic Corridor, Southeast, Florida, Heartland, Texas–Oklahoma, and Hawaii—ideal for smooth holiday travel.
Mixed Conditions
Varied weather shows up in areas like the Deep South, where sunny skies turn to showers, and the Atlantic Corridor—where rain and snow showers give way to sunshine. The Appalachians will start off with sunny skies in the north and showers in the south before snow arrives closer to the holiday, while the Desert Southwest is forecast to get sun and then isolated showers. In the Canadian southern Prairies, early-week sunshine transitions to flurries later in the week.
🇺🇸 U.S. Regional Highlights
Here’s the Christmas Week 2025 travel weather forecast across the United States, covering the week leading up to Christmas and including the weekend after Christmas. Below are temperature and precipitation forecasts, along with travel tips by region.
| Region # | Region Name | Temperature Vs. Normal | Precipitation | Travel Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northeast | Very cold | Snow showers | Roads may be slippery—allow extra time and drive cautiously |
| 2 | Atlantic Corridor | Very cold | Sunny | Clearing skies leading to pleasant travel conditions |
| 3 | Appalachians | Milder, then very cold | Sunny north, showers south; then snowy | Snowy conditions may slow travel from Christmas Eve onwards |
| 4 | Southeast | Milder | Sunny | Pleasant conditions for driving or outdoor activities |
| 5 | Florida | Cold | Sunny | Smooth travel expected |
| 6 | Lower Lakes | Cold to very cold | Snowy periods; then sunny east, snowy west | Expect snowy roads; allow extra time |
| 7 | Ohio Valley | Chilly | Snowy east, sunny west | Snow flurries may slow travel in the east |
| 8 | Deep South | Mild, then turning chilly | Sunny, then showers | Early-week travel ideal; later, be prepared for wet roads |
| 9 | Upper Midwest | Quite mild, then very cold | Scattered snow showers, then sunny | Snow showers before Christmas may slow travel |
| 10 | Heartland | Mild | Sunny | Mostly smooth travel |
| 11 | Texas–Oklahoma | Warm | Sunny | Smooth travel with pleasant temperatures |
| 12 | High Plains | Quite warm | Sunny, then isolated rain or snow showers | Watch for slick spots from brief showers |
| 13 | Intermountain | Warm | A few showers east, rainy periods west; then a few rain and snow showers east, sunny west | Western routes clear later in week; eastern roads may be wet/slippery |
| 14 | Desert Southwest | Warm | Sunny, then isolated showers | Generally easy travel; watch for isolated wet patches |
| 15 | Pacific Northwest | Mild, then warm | Rainy north, sunny south; then sunny | Northern roads may be wet; southern routes should be clear |
| 16 | Pacific Southwest | Mild north, very warm south; then mild | Sunny, then a few showers | Clear start; watch for wet conditions later |
| 17 | Alaska | Very cold, then quite mild | Snowstorm Panhandle, flurries elsewhere; turning to rainy periods Panhandle, snow showers elsewhere | Winter driving challenging statewide; monitor advisories |
| 18 | Hawaii | Warm | Sunny | Easy travel overall |
🇨🇦 Canada Regional Highlights
Here’s the Christmas Week 2025 travel weather forecast across Canada, covering the week leading up to Christmas and including the weekend after Christmas. Below are temperature and precipitation forecasts, along with travel tips by region
| Region # | Region Name | Temperature Vs. Normal | Precipitation | Travel Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlantic Canada | Bitter cold; then mild east, frigid west | Snow showers turn to rain before a snowstorm and snow showers | Wet conditions and chance of snow could impact travel |
| 2 | Southern Quebec | Cold to very cold | Snowy | Expect snowy roads; allow extra time |
| 3 | Southern Ontario | Mild, then turning frigid | Snowy periods | Snowy conditions may slow travel; check local updates |
| 4 | Southern Prairies | Mild | Sunny, then flurries | Early-week travel ideal; later roads may be slick |
| 5 | Southern B.C. | Mild | A few rain and snow showers | Roads may be wet in spots; drive cautiously |
| 6 | Yukon | Bitter cold north, cold south; turning quite mild | Clear north, snowy south; then flurries | Snowy conditions may slow travel around Christmas Day and weekend |
| 7 | Northwest Territories | Very cold | Clear north, snowy periods south | Southern routes may be slippery; northern roads easier |
| 8 | Nunavut | Cold | Flurries | Snowy conditions may affect visibility and travel |
| — | Northwest/North-central B.C. | Mild | Rain and snow showers | Watch for wet or slippery spots along highways |
| — | Northeastern B.C. | Cold | Snowy | Snow-covered roads may slow travel |
| — | Northern Prairies | Cold | Snowy | Expect snowy roads; drive cautiously |
| — | Northern Ontario | Cold | Snowy | Snow may make travel slower; check local advisories |
| — | Northern Quebec | Cold | Snowy | Snow-covered roads likely; allow extra travel time |
From snowy mountain passes to sunny southern roads, Christmas week 2025 will bring a variety of winter conditions across North America. Wherever your travels take you, may your roads be clear, your skies bright, and your holiday gatherings joyful.
Curious about snow on Christmas Day? Check out our White Christmas Weather Forecast for a closer look at December 25 conditions.
Travel Notes
- Christmas week is one of the busiest travel periods—allow extra time if snow or ice is expected.
- Pack a winter emergency kit with a blanket, snacks, and a flashlight.
- Even mild December weather can bring frost—check local short-term forecasts before departure.
For the rest of the season’s outlook, see the Almanac’s Winter Forecast 2025–2026!
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