We hate to put a damper on this beautiful Washington summer, but, well, it’s fleeting. And according to the latest Old Farmer’s Almanac predictions, this winter won’t be very pleasant. And while it won’t be the most treacherous one Washington has ever seen, you should probably buy a nice, cozy coat no matter what part of the state you call home.

Typically, winter weather can vary greatly in Washington.

Chan360 / Flickr The eastern half of the state sometimes gets slammed with snowstorms. Heavy snowfall is not nearly as common on the west side, but the moisture-heavy air can make cold temperatures feel even colder.

Prepare yourselves, Washingtonians: According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, this will be a cold winter statewide.

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Don’t worry, Western Washingtonians - your winter won’t be as brutal as 2008, when snow blanketed Seattle more than once (pictured here).

tycobass / Flickr Western Washington’s snowfall will actually be on the light side this year. But that doesn’t mean it will be warm. Temperatures are predicted to be lower than average, with the coldest periods occurring in late November and throughout December.

Central and Eastern Washington, on the other hand, can definitely expect some snow.

Karyn Christner / Flickr While this won’t be the worst winter in history by any means, the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a higher than average level of snowfall. The snowiest periods will be in December, early January and early February, so your odds of a white Christmas this year are quite good.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been around since 1792, making it the longest-running periodical in the country.

Washington State Dept of Transportation / Flickr While it has been wrong before, typically predictions are about 80% accurate.

Are you nervous for winter in Washington? You have to admit, it look beautiful when it’s dusted with snow.

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The eastern half of the state sometimes gets slammed with snowstorms. Heavy snowfall is not nearly as common on the west side, but the moisture-heavy air can make cold temperatures feel even colder.

Charles Rodstrom / Flickr

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Western Washington’s snowfall will actually be on the light side this year. But that doesn’t mean it will be warm. Temperatures are predicted to be lower than average, with the coldest periods occurring in late November and throughout December.

Karyn Christner / Flickr

While this won’t be the worst winter in history by any means, the Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a higher than average level of snowfall. The snowiest periods will be in December, early January and early February, so your odds of a white Christmas this year are quite good.

Washington State Dept of Transportation / Flickr

While it has been wrong before, typically predictions are about 80% accurate.

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