Missouri Forecast to Be Warmer than New Mexico Christmas Day?

It's technically winter now in Missouri, but you wouldn't know it from walking around outside. Unseasonably warm temperatures and nearly no snowfall makes us wonder what the rest of winter will be like. Believe it or not, Christmas Day in Missouri is forecast to be warmer than even New Mexico.

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The National Weather Service graphic for Christmas weekend tells the story. Temps at or above 60 degrees for many parts of the state.

Look at Weather Underground's forecast for Christmas Day and pay special attention to St. Louis, Missouri compared to Albuquerque, New Mexico.

It's being called the "most brown Christmas" in at least 2 decades. No kidding. I'm not complaining since I enjoy not shoveling snow or freezing my extremities. But, I also understand the ground (and the farmers) needs moisture. This current spring-like weather pattern now in winter isn't helping the ongoing Missouri drought conditions which are extreme in some areas.

There is a storm system that is predicted to be moving through Missouri right after Christmas Day. Perhaps we'll see some colder temps and precipitation out of that...or maybe not.