The southern U.S., particularly states like California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona, could see above-average snowfall in higher elevations, which is critical for water supplies and drought mitigation. Conversely, warmer temperatures in the northern U.S. may limit snowfall, impacting regions such as the Pacific Northwest and Upper Midwest. While El Niño increases the likelihood of wetter conditions in the southern tier, precipitation may fall as rain or sleet instead of snow, depending on temperatures. This variability underscores the importance of elevation and storm track in determining snowfall outcomes.