The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration gave its "winter outlook" Thursday. It basically said your winter wardrobes will likely stay packed up longer than usual.
The administration predicts a mild winter for most areas of the U.S. The outlook says no region is favored to see below average temperatures and every part of the U.S. but the Southeast is projected to see above average temperatures.
Forecasters credit the predicted warmth to the developing El Nino, when the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean has surface water that's warmer than usual.
The winter outlook only covers December through February, and forecasters warn it doesn't mean there won't be any major snow storms around the corner.
Additional reporting by Newsy affiliate CNN.
